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Important Safety Precautions



Read these simple guidelines. Breaking the rules may be dangerous or illegal.

Further detailed information is given in this user guide.







Violation of the instructions may cause serious injury or death.



G Never use an unapproved battery since this could damage the phone and/or battery and could

cause the battery to explode.



G Never place your phone in a microwave oven as it will cause the battery to explode.



G Never store your phone in temperatures less than -4°F or greater than 122°F.



G Do not dispose of your battery by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials.



G When riding in a car, do not leave your phone or set up the hands-free kit near to the air bag.

If wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously

injured.



G Do not use a hand-held phone while driving.



G Do not use the phone in areas where its use is prohibited. (For example: aircraft)





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G Do not expose the battery charger or adapter to direct sunlight or use it in places with high

humidity, such as a bathroom.



G Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene, thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean

your phone. This could cause a fire.



G Do not drop, strike, or shake your phone severely. It may harm the internal circuit boards of the

phone.



G Do not use your phone in high explosive areas as the phone may generate sparks.



G Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting, pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it

is loose as it may cause a fire or electric shock.



G Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as

it may cause electric shock or fire.



G Do not handle the phone with wet hands while it is being charged. It may cause an electric

shock or seriously damage your phone.



G Do not disassemble the phone.









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G Do not place or answer calls while charging the phone as it may short-circuit the phone

and/or cause electric shock or fire.



G Do not hold or let the antenna come in contact with your body during a call.



G Make sure that no sharp-edged items, such as animal’s teeth or nails, come into contact with

the battery. This could cause a fire.



G Store the battery out of reach of children.



G Be careful that children do not swallow any parts (such as earphone, connection parts of the

phone, etc.) This could cause asphyxiation or suffocation resulting in serious injury or death.



G Unplug the power cord and charger during lightning storms to avoid electric shock or fire.



G Only use the batteries and chargers provided by LG. The warranty will not be applied to

products provided by other suppliers.



G Only authorized personnel should service the phone and its accessories. Faulty installation or

service may result in accidents and consequently invalidate the warranty.



G An emergency call can be made only within a service area. For an emergency call, make sure

that you are within a service area and that the phone is turned on.







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Table of Contents

Important Safety Precautions . . . . .1 Call Waiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 GET IT NOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Caller ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 1. Get Tunes & Tones . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 1.1 Get V CAST Music . . . . . . . .33

Entering and Editing Information . .20 1.2 Get New Ringtones . . . . . . .33

Technical Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Text Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 1.3 My Ringtones . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Phone Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Text Input Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 1.4 My Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Word Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 1.5 My Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Menus Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using the NEXT Key . . . . . . . . . . .20 1.6 Sync Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Getting Started with Your Phone . .14 2. Get PIX & FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input . . . . . . .21

The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 2.1 Get V CAST Video . . . . . . . .36

123 (Numbers) Text Input . . . . . .21

Installing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . .14 2.2 Get New PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Symbols Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . .14 2.3 My PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Changing Letter Case . . . . . . . . . .21

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 2.4 My FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Adding Words to the Word

Battery Charge Level . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 2.5 PIX Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 2.6 Take PIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory .23

Turning the Phone On and Off . . . . .15 2.7 Record FLIX . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Storing Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Making Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Customizing Individual Entries . . . .23 3. Get Fun & Games . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Correcting Dialing Mistakes . . . . .16

Speed Dial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 4. Get News & Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Redialing Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Storing a Number with Pauses . . .24 5. Get Going . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Receiving Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Screen Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Adding Another Phone Number . .25 6. Get Extras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Quick Access to Convenient Changing the Default Number . . . .26 MESSAGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Deleting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Vibrate Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Searching Your Phone’s Memory .27 1. New Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Calling From Your Phone’s Memory .28 1.1 TXT Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

1.2 PIX Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Mute Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Speed Dialing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

1.3 FLIX Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Volume Quick Adjustment . . . . . . . .18



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2. Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 3. Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 2.6 Calculator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

3. Sent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 4. Speed Dials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 2.7 Ez Tip Calc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

4. Drafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 5. My Name Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 3. Sounds Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

5. Voicemail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 RECENT CALLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 3.1 Master Volume . . . . . . . . . . .70

6. Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 3.2 Call Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

7. Mobile IM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 1. Missed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 3.2.1 Call Ringtone . . . . . . . . . .70

3.2.2 Call Vibrate . . . . . . . . . . . .71

8. Chat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 2. Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

3.3 Alert Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

MSG Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 3. Dialed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

3.4 Keypad Volume . . . . . . . . . . .71

All Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 4. All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

3.5 Earpiece Volume . . . . . . . . . .71

1. Auto Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 5. View Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 3.6 Service Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

2. Auto Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 SETTINGS & TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 3.7 Power On/Off Sounds . . . . . .72

3. Quick Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 3.8 Alarm Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

4. Voice Mail # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 1. My Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 4. Display Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

5. Entry Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

2. Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 4.1 Banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

6. Callback # . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

2.1 Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . .66 4.1.1 Personal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

7. Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

2.1.1 Call .66 4.1.2 ERI Banner . . . . . . . . . . . .73

TXT Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

2.1.2 Send Msg to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

4.3 Wallpaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

2. Auto Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 2.1.3 Go to . . . . . . . . .67

4.4 Display Themes . . . . . . . . . .75

3. Name Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 2.1.4 Check . . . . . . . . .67

4.5 Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

PIX-FLIX Msg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 2.1.5 Lookup . . . . . . .67

4.6 Clock Format . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

1. Auto Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 2.1.6 My Account . . . . . . . . . . .67

5. Phone Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

MSG Erase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58 2.1.7 Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

5.1 Standalone Mode . . . . . . . . . .76

CONTACTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 2.2 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

5.2 Shortcut Key . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Access and Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 2.3 Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

5.3 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

1. New Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 2.4 World Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

5.4 Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77

2.5 Notepad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

2. Contact List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60



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5.5 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 9. Phone Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Explosion, Shock, and Fire

5.5.1 Lock Mode . . . . . . . . . . . .77 9.1 My Number . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

5.5.2 Edit Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 9.2 SW Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 General Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

5.5.3 Reset Default . . . . . . . . .78 9.3 Icon Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

FDA Consumer Update . . . . . . . . . .96

5.6 System Select . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

5.7 NAM Select . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 10 Driver Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . .104

TIA Safety Information . . . . . . . .89

5.8 Auto NAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79 Exposure to Radio Frequency Consumer Information on SAR . .106

5.9 Serving System . . . . . . . . . . .79 Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility

6. Call Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Antenna Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 (HAC) Regulations for Wireless

6.1 Answer Options . . . . . . . . . .80 Phone Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

6.2 Auto Retry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Tips on Efficient Operation . . . . . . . .90

6.3 TTY Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

6.4 One Touch Dial . . . . . . . . . . .83 Electronic Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 LIMITED WARRANTY

6.5 Voice Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Pacemakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

6.6 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Hearing Aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

6.7 Ringer ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Other Medical Devices . . . . . . . . . .91

6.8 Picture ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Health Care Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

7. Bluetooth® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

7.1 Add New Device . . . . . . . . . .85 Posted Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Aircraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

My Phone Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Blasting Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

Discovery Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Potentially Explosive Atmosphere . .92

Transferring Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 For Vehicles Equipped with an Air

8. Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

8.1 Save Options . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . .93

8.2 Phone Memory . . . . . . . . . .87 Charger and Adapter Safety . . . . . .93

8.3 Card Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Battery Information and Care . . . . .93





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Welcome

Thank you for choosing the VX8300 cellular phone NOTE The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by

designed to operate with the latest digital mobile the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks

communication technology, Code Division Multiple by LG is under license. Other trademarks and



Access (CDMA). Along with the many advanced trade names are those of their respective owners.



features of the CDMA system, such as greatly

Important Information

enhanced voice clarity, this compact phone offers:

G V CAST Music capable This user’s guide provides important information on

G MicroSDTM expansion slot the use and operation of your phone. Please read

G Large, easy-to-read, 8-line backlight LCD with this guide carefully prior to using the phone to be

status icons able to use your phone to its greatest advantage

G 23-key keypad and to prevent any accidental damage or misuse.

G Long battery standby and talk time Any unapproved changes or modifications will void

G Easy operation and configuration using menu- your warranty.

driven interface with prompts FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance

G Paging, messaging, Voicemail, and caller ID

This device and its accessories comply with part 15

G Advanced Voice Recognition

of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following

G Quick calling functions including any key answer,

two conditions: (1) This device and its accessories

auto answer, auto retry, one-touch, and 99 speed

may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this

dials

device and its accessories must accept any

G Flash Wallpaper with fun animations

interference received, including interference that

G Bilingual (English and Spanish) capabilities

causes undesired operation.

G Bluetooth® wireless technology









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Technical Details

Technical Details * TSB -74: Protocol between an IS-95A system and

The VX8300 is an all digital phone that operates on ANSI J-STD-008

both Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) 1xRTT system receives twice as many subscribers

frequencies: Cellular services at 800 MHz and in the wireless section as IS-95. Its battery life is

Personal Communication Services (PCS) at 1.9 twice as long as IS-95. High-speed data

GHz. transmission is also possible.

CDMA technology uses a feature called DSSS EV-DO system is optimized for data service and is

(Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum) that enables much faster than 1xRTT system in applicable area.

the phone to keep communication from being The following table lists some major CDMA

crossed and to use one frequency channel by standards.

multiple users in the same specific area. This

results in a 10-fold capacity increase when

compared with analog mode. In addition, features

such as soft / softer handoff, hard handoff, and

dynamic RF power control technologies combine

to reduce call interruptions.

The Cellular and PCS CDMA networks consist of

MSO (Mobile Switching Office), BSC (Base Station

Controller), BTS (Base Station Transmission

System), and MS (Mobile Station).









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CDMA Standard Designator Description

TIA/EIA-95A CDMA Dual-Mode Air Interface

Basic Air TSB-74 14.4kbps radio link protocol and inter-band operations

Interface ANSI J-STD-008 IS-95 adapted for PCS frequency band CDMA2000 1xRTT Air

TIA/EIA-IS2000 Interface

TIA/EIA/IS-634 MAS-BS

TIA/EIA/IS/651 PCSC-RS

Network TIA/EIA/IS-41-C Intersystem operations

TIA/EIA/IS-124 Non-signaling data comm.

TIA/EIA/IS-96-B Speech CODEC

TIA/EIA/IS-637 Short Message Service

Service TIA/EIA/IS-657 Packet Data

IS-801 Position Determination Service (gpsOne)

TIA/EIA/IS-707-A High Speed Packet Data



TIA/EIA/IS-856 CDMA2000 High Rate Packet Data Air Interface

1x EV-DO TIA/EIA/IS-878 1xEV-DO Inter-Operability Specification for CDMA2000 Access

Related TIA/EIA/IS-866 Network Interfaces

interface Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000

TIA/EIA/IS-890 High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal

Test Application Specification (TAS) for High Rate Packet Data Air

Interface





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Technical Details

FCC RF Exposure Information similar accessories containing metallic

WARNING! Read this information before operating components should not be used. Avoid the use of

the phone. accessories that cannot maintain 0.6 inches (1.5

In August 1996, the Federal Communications cm) distance between the user’s body and the

Commission (FCC) of the United States, with its back of the phone and have not been tested for

action in Report and Order FCC 96-326, adopted an compliance with FCC RF exposure limits.

updated safety standard for human exposure to Vehicle-Mounted External Antenna

Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy

(Optional, if available.)

emitted by FCC regulated transmitters. Those

To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements, keep 8

guidelines are consistent with the safety standard

inches (20 cm) between the user / bystander and

previously set by both U.S. and international

vehicle-mounted external antenna. For more

standards bodies. The design of this phone

information about RF exposure, visit the FCC

complies with the FCC guidelines and these

website at www.fcc.gov.

international standards.

Caution

Bodily Contact During Operation

Use only the supplied antenna. Use of unauthorized

This device was tested for typical use with the

antennas (or modifications to the antenna) could

back of the phone kept 0.6 inches (1.5 cm) from the

impair call quality, damage the phone, void your

body. To comply with FCC RF exposure

warranty and/or violate FCC regulations.

requirements, a minimum separation distance of

Don't use the phone with a damaged antenna. A

0.6 inches (1.5 cm) must be maintained between

damaged antenna could cause a minor skin burn.

the user’s body and the back of the phone,

Contact your local dealer for a replacement

including the antenna, whether extended or

antenna.

retracted. Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and

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Phone Overview

1. Earpiece

2. Flip Open to answer an incoming call and close to end the call.

21 3. LCD Screen Displays messages and indicator icons.

1 22 4. Left Soft Key Use to display the function Message menu.

5. OK Key

6. SEND Key Use to make or answer calls.

7. Side Keys Use to adjust the ringer volume in standby mode and the earpiece volume during a call.

2 23 8. Voice Commands Key Use for quick access to Voice Commands.

Outside 9. Vibrate Mode Key Use to set the mode (from standby mode press and hold for about 3 seconds).

3 Display 10. Navigation Keys Use for quick access to Get PIX & FLIX, Schedule, Mobile Web, GET IT NOW®.

11. Right Soft Key Use to select an action within a menu.

24 12. PWR/END Key Use to turn the power on/off and to end a call. Also returns to the main menu display

screen.

10 13. Side Camera Key Use for quick access to Camera function (Press this key to use camera function

4 when the folder is open. Press and hold for about 3 seconds to use camera function when the folder

11 is closed).

5 12 14. CLR Key Deletes single spaces or characters with a quick press, but press and hold to delete entire

words. Will also back you out of menus, one level at a time.

6 13 15. Speaker Key



7 14 16. MicroSD Insert microSD card for external memory. Use LG-approved microSD card.

17. Alphanumeric Keypad Use to enter numbers and characters and select menu items.

15 18. Lock Mode Key Use to lock the phone (from standby mode press and hold for about 3 seconds).

8 16 19. Microphone Allows you to speak to the caller.

20. Charger Port Connects the phone to the battery charger.

17 21. Camera Lens Used to take a photo. Keep it clean for optimal photo quality.

9 18 22. Headset Jack allows you to plug in an optional headset for convenient, hands-free conversations.

23. Flash Used to add flash when taking photos.

19 24. Multifunctional Keys



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Menus Overview



GET IT NOW MESSAGING RECENT CALLS

1. Get Tunes & Tones 1. New Msg 1. Missed

1. Get V CAST Music 2. Inbox 2. Received

2. Get New Ringtones 3. Sent 3. Dialed

3. My Ringtones 4. Drafts 4. All

4. My Music 5. Voicemail 5. View Timers

5. My Sounds 6. Email

6. Sync Music 7. Mobile IM

2. Get PIX & FLIX 8. Chat SETTINGS & TOOLS

1. Get V CAST Video

2. Get New PlX 1. My Account

3. My PIX CONTACTS

ONTACTS 2. Tools

4. My FLIX 1. Voice Commands

5. PIX Place 1. New Contact

2. Calendar

6. Take PIX 2. Contact List

3. Alarm Clock

7. Record FLIX 3. Groups 3.1. Alarm 1

3. Get Fun & Games 4. Speed Dials 3.2. Alarm 2

4. Get News & Info 5. My Name Card 3.3. Alarm 3

5. Get Going 4. World Clock

6. Get Extras 5. Notepad

6. Calculator

7. Ez Tip Calc







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Menus Overview

3. Sounds Settings 2. Backlight 4. One Touch Dial

1. Master Volume 2.1. Display 5. Voice Privacy

2. Call Sounds 2.2. Keypad 6. Connections

2.1. Call Ringtone 3. Wallpaper 7. Ringer ID

2.2. Call Vibrate 3.1. Main Wallpaper 8. Picture ID

3. Alert Sounds 3.2. Front Wallpaper 7. Bluetooth®

3.1. TXT Message 4. Display Themes 1. Add New Device

3.2. PIX-FLIX Msg 5. Fonts 8. Memory

3.3. Voicemail Msg 6. Clock Format 1. Save Options

4. Keypad Volume 5. Phone Settings 2. Phone Memory

5. Earpiece Volume 1. Standalone Mode 3. Card Memory

6. Service Alerts 2. Shortcut Key 9. Phone Info

6.1. ERI 1. My Number

3. Language

6.2. Minute Beep 2. SW Version

4. Location

6.3. Call Connect 3. Icon Glossary

5. Security

7. Power On/Off Sounds

5.1. Lock Mode

7.1. Power On

7.2. Power Off 5.2. Edit Code

5.3. Reset Default

8. Alarm Sounds

8.1. Tone 6. System Select

8.2. Vibrate 7. NAM Select

Some contents in this user guide may

8. Auto NAM

4. Display Settings differ from your phone depending on

9. Serving System

1. Banner the phone software or your service

1.1. Personal 6. Call Settings

1. Answer Options provider. Features and specifications

1.2. ERI Banner are subject to change without prior

2. Auto Retry

3. TTY Mode notice.





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Getting Started with Your Phone

The Battery Charging the Battery

NOTE It’s important to fully charge the battery before To use the charger provided with your phone:

using the phone for the first time. Warning! Use only the charger provided with the

VX8300 phone. Using any other charger could

The phone comes with a rechargeable battery. damage your phone or battery.

Keep it charged even while you’re not using it so

that it’s ready when you need it. 1. Plug one end of the AC adapter into the phone’s

charger port and the other into an electrical

NOTE Battery life and signal strength are significant outlet.

factors (among others) that affect your phone’s

2. Charge time varies depending upon the battery

ability to send/receive calls.

level.

NOTICE

Installing the Battery Please use only an approved charging accessory to charge your

LG phone.

Insert the bottom of the battery into the opening on Improper handling of the charging port, as well as the use of an

the back of the phone, then push the battery down incompatible charger, may cause damage to your phone and void

the warranty.

until the latch clicks.



Removing the Battery

NOTICE

Turn the phone off. Slide the battery cover Triangle symbol

should face up.

downward and remove it. Press the top part of the

battery to remove it.









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Getting Started with Your Phone

Chargers which have two grooves on the Signal Strength

bottom are NOT compatible with this

phone model. Inserting this type of charger Call quality depends on the signal strength in your

into the phone may damage the charging area. You can tell how much signal strength you

port. This charger is compatible with the

VX1000, VX3200, VX3300, VX4650, have by the number of bars next to the signal

VX4700, VX5200, VX6100, VX7000, strength icon: the more bars, the stronger the

VX8000, VX8100 and VX9800.

signal. If you’re having problems with signal quality,

The correct charger has only one groove on move to an open area or, when inside a building,

the bottom. This charger will work with all of

the above listed phones, as well as the

try moving near a window.

VX3400, VX3450, VX5300 and VX8300.

Turning the Phone On and Off

Turning the Phone On

Battery Charge Level

1. Install a charged battery or connect the phone to

You can find the battery charge level at the top

an external power source such as a vehicle

right of the LCD screen. When the charge level

power charger or hands-free car kit.

becomes low, the battery sensor sounds a warning

tone, blinks the battery icon, and displays LOW 2. Press until the LCD screen lights up.

BATTERY WARNING! As the charge level NOTE Like any other radio device, avoid contact with the

approaches empty, the phone automatically antenna while your phone is on.

switches off without saving. Turning the Phone Off

1. Press and hold until the display turns off.



Fully Charged Empty



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Getting Started with Your Phone

Making Calls Redialing Calls

1. Make sure the phone is turned on. 1. Press twice to redial the last number dialed.

If not, press for about three seconds.

If necessary, enter the lock code. Receiving Calls

2. Enter the phone number. 1. To answer a call, press or open the flip.

3. Press . NOTE If you press Left Soft Key [Quiet] while the

4. Press to end the call. phone is ringing, the ringing or vibration is muted

for that call.

NOTE Your phone has a Voice Commands feature that

also lets you make calls by phone number, name, NOTE If you press Right Soft Key [Ignore] while the

or location. phone is ringing, the call will end.



2. Press to end the call.

Correcting Dialing Mistakes

Press once to erase the last digit entered, or

hold it down for at least two seconds to delete all

the digits.









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Screen Icons

When the phone is on, the top line of the LCD screen displays phone status icons.

To see the icon glossary, go to Menu -> SETTINGS & TOOLS -> Phone Info -> Icon Glossary on your phone.





EVDO & Digital. 1X Only. EVDO Only.

EVDO & 1X. Digital Only.

Standalone Mode. Battery Strength. Indicates battery charge level.

In Call State * No icon indicates the phone is in standby mode.

Data Session.

No Service indicator. The phone is not receiving a system signal.

Roaming indicator. The phone is outside of the home service area.

SSL. TTY. Location On Mode.

E911 Only Mode. Voice Privacy. AVR Active.

AVR Listening. All Sounds Off. Alarm Only.

Vibrate Mode. Speaker Phone. Missed Calls.

New Messages. New Voicemails. Schedule.

Alarm On. Bluetooth On.

Bluetooth Device Connected. Bluetooth Shown To All.





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Quick Access to Convenient Features

Vibrate Mode Volume Quick Adjustment

Sets the phone to vibrate instead of ring ( is Quickly adjust ringer and earpiece volumes by

displayed). To set Vibrate Mode press and hold pressing the upper side key to increase and lower

. To return to Normal Mode, press and hold key to decrease.

.

NOTE The earpiece volume can only be adjusted during

a call and Key Beep volume can only be adjusted

Lock Mode through the Menu.

Sets your phone to require your 4-digit password in

order to use the phone. NOTE To turn off sounds, press and hold the lower side

key for 3 seconds when the flip is open, then

NOTE Until you change it, the lock code/password is the press and hold the upper side key to return to

last 4 digits of your phone number. normal sounds mode.



To quickly lock your phone press for three Call Waiting

seconds. To cancel, press Right Soft Key During a call, one beep indicates another incoming

[Unlock] and enter the password. call. Check with your cellular service provider for

information about this function. Press to

Mute Function receive the waiting call then press again to

The Mute Function prevents the transmission of switch between calls.

your voice to the caller. To quickly activate Mute

press Left Soft Key [Mute], then to cancel

press Left Soft Key [Unmute].





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Caller ID Speed Dialing

Caller ID displays the number and/or name of the Speed Dialing allows you to make phone calls

person calling when your phone rings. quickly and easily with a few keystrokes. Speed

Dial number 1 is set to call your Voicemail.

Voice Commands To dial Speed Dials

Voice Commands allow you to do things by verbal For Speed Dials 1 to 9 press and hold the Speed

command (e.g., make calls, confirm Voicemail, Dial number.

etc.). Press the Voice Command Key [ ] and For Speed Dials 10 to 99 press the first digit, then

follow the prompts to set up your voice press and hold the key of the last digit.

command(s).

NOTE Another way to Speed Dial is to enter the speed

NOTE Voice Commands can also be started with the dial number(s), then press .

designated button on your Bluetooth® device.

Please check the manual of the Bluetooth device

for further instructions.









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Entering and Editing Information

Text Input Word Mode

The following key functions are available to help Type text using one keystroke per letter. Keystroke

with text entry: combinations are translated into common words

using the letters on each key and a compressed

Left Soft Key: Press to change text input

database.

mode.

1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Word mode.

Shift: Press to change case (initial cap,

caps lock, lowercase). 2. Press .



Next: Press to display other matching 3. Press to complete the word and add a

words in the database. space.



Space: Press to complete a word and insert 4. Press

a space. .



Clear: Press to delete a single space or Call the Office. is displayed.

character. Hold to delete words.

Using the NEXT Key

Punctuation: Press to insert punctuation. After entering keystrokes, if the word displayed

isn’t the one you want, press to display

Text Input Modes additional word choices from the database.

In a text field, press Left Soft Key to display text

1. Press . Good is displayed.

modes.

2. Press . Additional choices are displayed

such as: Home, Gone, Hood, etc.





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Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input 2. Press Right Soft Key [Next] to view next 12

Type text pressing keys multiple times for words symbols or Left Soft Key [Prev] to view

not in the phone’s database. previous 12.

1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc mode. 3. Use to highlight the special character you

2. Press to change to ABC Caps Lock. want to insert and press to select it.



3. Press . 4. Press Left Soft Key to change to another text

mode.

LG is displayed.

Changing Letter Case

123 (Numbers) Text Input

Set capitalization before typing. Press to

Type numbers pressing each key only once.

choose Initial Cap (Word / Abc), Caps Lock (WORD

1. Press Left Soft Key to change to 123 mode. / ABC), and lowercase (word / abc).

2. Press .

Adding Words to the Word Database

5551212 is displayed.

If a word is not in the Word database, add it using

Symbols Mode Abc (Multi-tap) mode text entry.

Insert special characters into your text. Choose 1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Abc (multi-

from 36 special characters including “SP” to insert tap) mode.

a space and “LF” to force text to the next line.

2. Press .

1. Press Left Soft Key to change to Symbols

Bop is displayed.

mode.





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Entering and Editing Information

3. Press Left Soft Key to change to Word

mode to add the word Bop to the Word

database.

4. Press to erase the existing word.

5. Press .

cop is displayed.

6. Press .

Bop is displayed.









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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Store up to 500 entries with up to 5 phone numbers Customizing Individual Entries

each.

1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use

Storing Basics to select an entry.



1. Enter a number (max. 48 digits), then press Left 2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit].

Soft Key [Save]. 3. Use to select the information to customize.

2. Use to select Create New / Update 4. Change the entry as you want, then press to

Existing, then press . save your changes.

3. Use to select Mobile 1 / Mobile 2 / Home /

Group

Work / Fax, then press .

Allows you to organize your Contacts into groups.

4. Enter a name (max. 22 characters), then press

. Call Ringtone

5. Press to exit, to call, or Right Soft Key Sets the phone to play a specific ringtone when

[Options]. the Contact calls your phone.



TXT Msg Alert

Sets the phone to play a specific ringtone when a

message arrives.









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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Picture ID G Use to select the Speed Dial digit, then

Sets a picture to display to identify the caller when press .

they call your phone.

6. Press Yes, then press to save.

Email

Allows you to enter an email address to the Storing a Number with Pauses

Contact entry. Pauses allow you to enter additional series of

numbers to access automated systems such as

Voicemail or credit billing numbers. Pause types

Speed Dial are: Wait (W) The phone stops dialing until you

Allows you to set up your Speed Dials. press Left Soft Key [Release] to advance to the

next number.

1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts], then use 2-Sec Pause(P) The phone waits 2 seconds before

to select an entry. sending the next string of digits.

2. Press Left Soft Key [Edit]. 1. Enter the number, then press Right Soft Key

[Options].

3. Use to select a phone number, then press

Right Soft Key [Options]. 2. Use to select 2-Sec Pause / Wait, then

press .

4. Use to select Set Speed Dial, then press

. 3. Enter additional number(s) (e.g., pin number,

credit card number, etc.).

5. Enter a Speed Dial digit.

4. Press Left Soft Key [Save].

G Use the keypad, then press .



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5. Use to select Create New or Update From the Contact List Screen

Existing and press . 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].

6. Use to select Mobile 1 / Mobile 2 / Home / 2. Use to select an entry, then press Left Soft

Work / Fax, then press . Key [Edit].

7. Enter a name, then press . 3. Use to select the phone number field to add,

then enter the number and press to save.

Adding Another Phone Number

Changing Saved Information

From Standby Mode

To edit any information you stored, access the Edit

1. Enter a phone number, then press Left Soft Key Contacts screen:

[Save]. 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].

2. Use to select Update Existing, then press 2. Use to select an entry, then press Left Soft

. Key [Edit].

3. Use to select an existing entry, then press 3. Use to select the field you want to change.

.

4. Make the changes, then press .

4. Use to select Mobile 1 / Mobile 2 / Home /

Work / Fax, then press .

5. Press to save.







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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Adding a Pause to a Contact Entry Changing the Default Number

1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts]. The Default Number is the phone number you

entered when you created the Contact. Another

2. Use to select a Contact entry, then press

number can be saved as the Default Number.

Left Soft Key [Edit].

1. Select an entry.

3. Use to select the number, then press Right

Soft Key [Options]. 2. While viewing a contact, press to edit.



4. Press Add Pause. 3. Use to highlight a phone number, then press

Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Press Wait or 2-Sec Pause.

4. Use to highlight Set As Default, then press

6. Enter additional number(s), then press .

.

5. Press to set the new number as the default.

A confirmation message is displayed.

6. Press again to save.









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Deleting 4. Press Right Soft Key [Remove].

Deleting a Phone Number 5. Use to select Yes, then press .

1. Select an entry to edit.

2. Use to select a phone number.

3. Press and hold to delete it. Searching Your Phone’s Memory

The VX8300 phone is able to perform a dynamic

4. Press .

search of the contents in your phone’s memory and

Deleting a Contact Entry display them in ascending order. Search by

scrolling alphabetically or by letter.

1. Press Contacts and use to highlight an

entry. Scrolling through Your Contacts

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options], then press 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].

[Erase]. Contacts display alphabetically.

3. Press Yes. 2. Use to scroll through the list.



Deleting a Speed Dial Searching by Letter



1. Press [MENU]. 1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts].

Contacts display alphabetically.

2. Use to select Speed Dials, then press .

2. Press (or press repeatedly) the key on the

3. Use to select the Speed Dial number. keypad that corresponds with the search letter.





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Contacts in Your Phone’s Memory

Calling From Your Phone’s Memory 4. Use to select the phone number.

Place calls quickly and easily to numbers stored in 5. Press to place the call.

your phone.



From Contacts

1. Press Right Soft Key [Contacts]. Speed Dialing

2. Use to select a Contact entry, then press Allows you to make phone calls quickly and easily

. to numbers stored in Contacts. You need to set

Speed Dials in your Contacts before using this

3. Use to select the phone number. feature.

4. Press to place the call.

NOTE Speed Dial 1 is for Voicemail.

NOTE When you press the Default Number is

Speed Dials From 2 to 9

dialed. If multiple numbers are saved in the entry,

select the one you want to call. Press and hold the Speed Dial digit.

Your phone recalls the phone number from your

From Recent Calls Contacts, displays it briefly, and then dials it.

1. Press [MENU].

2. Press to select RECENT CALLS.

3. Use to select Missed / Received / Dialed /

All, then press .





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Speed Dials From 10 to 99

Press the first Speed Dial digit, then press and hold

the key of the last Speed Dial digit.



NOTE You can also enter the Speed Dial digit(s), then

press .



Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99

Speed Dials 97, 98, and 99 are preset to access

certain phone account information: 97 (#BAL), 98

(#MIN), and 99 (#PMT). Unlike Speed Dial 1, these

can be changed if you want.









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GET IT NOW

Menu Access GET IT NOW

Press [MENU] to have access to five phone

GET IT NOW allows you to do more than just talk

menus. There are two methods of accessing on your phone. GET IT NOW is a technology and

menus and submenus: service that allows you to download and use

G Use to highlight and select, or applications on your phone. With GET IT NOW, it’s

quick and easy to personalize your phone to your

G Press the number key that corresponds to the

lifestyle and tastes. Just download the applications

submenu. that appeal to you. With a wide range of software

available, from ringtones to games to productivity

For example:

tools, you can be assured that you can find

1. Press [MENU]. something useful, practical, or entertaining.

Five menu items are displayed horizontally NOTE If the Application name is too long, the download is

across the top of the screen. not fully successful and won't run as expected.



2. Use to scroll through the list of menus.

Downloading Applications

3. Use to highlight your preferred setting and You can use GET IT NOW and download

press to select it. applications anywhere on the Verizon Wireless

network, as long as your phone is receiving a

NOTE Press to go back one step. This will cancel

digital signal.

without saving.









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Incoming Calls 1. Get Tunes & Tones:

While downloading an application, incoming calls Download and play various

automatically go to your Voicemail, if available. If ringtones or sounds anytime.

you don’t have Voicemail, the caller will receive a 2. Get PIX & FLIX: View your

busy signal during the download. digital pictures and video right

When using applications, an incoming call will on your wireless phone. Take

automatically pause the application and allow you and trade pictures with your

to answer the call. When you complete your call, friends instantly.

you can resume using the application.

3. Get Fun & Games: Turn your

Shortcut You can access the GET IT NOW feature phone into a handheld arcade

directly by pressing . with exciting and challenging

games like Tetris, EverQuest®

Access and Options

and EA SPORTSTM Tiger

1. Press [MENU]. Woods PGA TOUR® Golf.

2. Press 2 times to select [GET IT NOW]. 4. Get News & Info: Get the

3. Select a submenu. latest news, stock quotes, and

movie listings on the Internet.

To start, just launch your

phone’s Web Browser.









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GET IT NOW

5. Get Going: Find places and 1. Get Tunes & Tones

things while you're on the go. Personalize your phone with ringtones. A large

Look for a great restaurant, variety of choices are available to choose from

nearest ATM, etc. current hits, pop, hip-hop, and more.

6. Get Extras

Anything Unclear? Access and Options

Press the Right Soft Key [Info] to see your

1. Press [MENU].

memory status, activity log, help text, and GET IT

NOW status. Use the Help option to view 2. Press 2 times to select [GET IT NOW].

information from buying new applications to 3. Press Get Tunes & Tones.

expired applications.

4. Select a submenu.

1. Get V CAST Music

2. Get New Ringtones

3. My Ringtones

4. My Music

5. My Sounds

6. Sync Music









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1.1 Get V CAST Music 1.3 My Ringtones

Allows you to download a variety of music via Allows you to select a desired ringtone, download

V CAST whenever and wherever you are. a new ringtone.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Press . 2. Use to highlight ringtone and press Left Soft

Key [Set As].

NOTE Additional charges for music may apply. V CAST

G Ringtone: Press the corresponding number

Music service is not available in all areas. Check

www.verizonwireless.com/ getitnow website for

key to set the ringtone for one of the following:

details. Caller ID / No caller ID / Restricted Calls / All

Calls

1.2 Get New Ringtones G Contact ID: Press the corresponding

Allows you to connect to GET IT NOW and number key to set the ringtone for one of the

following:

download various ringtones.

Ringtone / Message

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . G Alert Sounds: Press the corresponding

2. Press . number key to set the ringtone for one of the

following:

TXT Message / PIX-FLIX Msg / Voicemail Msg









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1.4 My Music NOTE To view the file list during play, press the up/down

navigation key.

Allows you to connect to V CAST and download a

variety of music. NOTE This feature will only work if you have downloaded

1. Press [MENU], 2 one or more audio files. To download a music clip,

connect to V CAST Music.

times, , .

2. The file Viewer Menu displays 1.5 My Sounds

the files you have stored on

Allows you to select a desired sound or record a

your microSD card and internal

new sound.

memory.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

3. Select the tune you want to

play and press . 2. Use to highlight sound and press Right Soft

Key [Options].

G To PIX Place / Rename / Move / Lock / Erase /

Erase All / Sound Info

G Press to send the selected sound.

G Record New: You can record and save

desired sounds.

Volume

Control

Previous/ Next/ Fast

Rewind Forward



Play/Pause



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1.6 Sync Music 2. Get PIX & FLIX

Allows you to synchronize the music clips from a View, take, and trade your digital pictures and

PC to your phone. Verify that the transfer was video right from your wireless phone.

successful on the confirmation screen.

Shortcut Pressing is a hot key to

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

GET PIX & FLIX.





Access and Options

1. Press [MENU].

2. Press 2 times.

3. Press Get PIX & FLIX.

4. Select a submenu.

1. Get V CAST Video

2. Get New PIX

3. My PIX

4. My FLIX

5. PIX Place

6. Take PIX

7. Record FLIX







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2.1 Get V CAST Video To view a Streaming Video

V CAST brings the world to your mobile phone with 1. Read the description of the video clip, and

full-motion video and sound. Catch up with what’s press to view.

happening with Video Clips from news,

2. Select Yes to accept charges, press and

entertainment, sports, or weather.

the Video Clip will initiate transfer.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

3. The video clip will begin playback shortly after

2. Press to view Video Clip categories being selected.

including News, Entertainment, Sports, and

Weather. To download a Video Clip

3. Select brand and Video Clip you want to view. 1. Read the description of the video clip and

press Right Soft Key [Options].

Browsing, Selecting, and V CAST Video

2. Press for Save Video, and press .

1. Press for Get V CAST Video to open Video

Clips Catalog. 3. Select Yes to accept charges, press and

the Video Clip will initiate downloading of

2. Press to view Video Clip categories. video.

3. Select content provider then press . 4. Once video is downloaded a message will

4. If applicable, select sub-category then press . appear on your phone, “Download Complete.

Play video now?”.

5. Select Yes and press to view video.





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6. The Video clip will be automatically saved in Configure Alerts for New Video Clips

My Clips and the FLIX Gallery.

1. From Video Clips Catalog, select a category.

NOTE Not all videos are downloadable. Only videos that 2. Select Content Provider.

have the option to save can be downloaded.

3. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

Additional charges for each video clip viewed may

apply. Video Clips service is not available in all 4. Select Alerts.

areas. Check www.verizonwireless.com/getitnow

5. Select Configure Alerts and press .

website for details.

6. Select content for alerts desired and press

Deleting Video Clips to save.

1. Select My FLIX and press .

2. Select Video to delete.

3. Press the Right Soft Key [Options].

4. Press [Erase].

5. Select Yes and press to erase Video.









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2.2 Get New PIX Lock/Unlock Locks the selected PIX. Check out

the key signal on the image.

Allows you to connect to GET IT NOW and Cancel the lock by pressing the

download a variety of images for My PIX. option again.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . Erase Yes / No

2. Press . Erase All From Phone / From Card

PIX Info Name / Date / Time / Resolution /

2.3 My PIX File Size / File Format

Allows you to view photos stored in the phone. Zoom View You can zoom in or out the

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . selected PIX.

By pressing Left Soft Key [Camera], you are

2. Select a picture with and press Right Soft

able to take a pictue and create your own PIX.

Key [Options].

On the My PIX list, see the selected picture in the

3. Select one of the following options: exploded view by pressing the Center Navigation

Send Sends a PIX message. Key.

To PIX Place Accesses the Online Album (PIX

Place). 2.4 My FLIX

Get New Downloads various PIX. Allows you to view Videos stored in the phone.

Set As Wallpaper / Picture ID 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Rename Renames selected PIX. 2. Select your desired Video with and press

Move Yes / No to play.







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NOTE You can store up to 1,500 files in Phone Memory to choose an installation type (Minimum,

and Card Memory each, so long as they don't Recommended or Custom) select Minimum for a

exceed the storage limit. quicker download.



G : Adjust the volume. 2.5 PIX Place

G Left Soft Key : Mute / Use to access the Online Album (PIX Place).

Unmute. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

G : Pause / Play.

G : Shows the full screen.

2.6 Take PIX

G : Stop

Lets you to take digital pictures.

G : FF

1. Press [MENU], 2

G : Rewind times, , .

3. Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select one

Shortcut Pressing the Camera Key

of the following options:

from standby mode is

Set As Wallpaper / FLIX Info

a hot key to Take PIX.

NOTE To play Video Messages sent to email, please

download Apple's QuickTime 6.5. Go to NOTE You can select Flash On/Off pressing Voice

www.apple.com/quicktime/download to download Commands Key ( ).



the free player or upgrade your existing QuickTime

Player. During the download process, when asked







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2. Set the brightness , zoom , flash , and 3. Take a picture by pressing [TAKE] .

press Right Soft Key [Options] to change 4. Press Left Soft Key [Save]. The picture is

other settings. stored in My PIX.

G Select the option(s) to customize.

Using the Side Camera Key

Resolution 1280X960 / 640X480 / 320X240 /

You can use the Side Camera Key to use the

176X144 / 160X120

sub menu list when the flip is closed. The picture is

Self Timer 3 seconds / 5 seconds / 10

shown on the outside display.

seconds

Flash On / Off 1. Press the Side Camera Key for about 3

Brightness EV -9 to +9 seconds to enter the Take PIX mode.

White Balance Auto / Sunny / Cloudy /

2. Set the brightness using Key.

Tungsten / Fluorescent

Shutter Sound Shutter / Silent / Say "Cheeze" 3. Take a picture by pressing Side Camera Key .

/ Ready! 1 2 3

4. Press the Side Camera Key once more for

Color Effects Normal / Sepia / Black&White

about 3 seconds to enter the Record FLIX mode.

/ Negative / Solari / Vivid

Night Mode On / Off 5. Start recording a clip by pressing the Side

Front Display On / Off Camera Key and the photo is saved to the

phone.

NOTE When the Flash is On, take the photo within 12

inches of the subject.









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NOTE Make sure that you don't eject the memory card Time Limit 15' for FLIX Msg /

while storing data. Don't remove it out of the phone Available Memory

while storing or moving data. It may cause Front Display On / Off

damage.

3. Press to begin recording, and again to stop.

2.7 Record FLIX 4. Press Left Soft Key [Save]. The recorded

Lets you record a video video is stored in My FLIX.

message with sound.

NOTE Make sure that you don't eject the memory card

1. Press [MENU], while storing some data. Don't remove it while

2 times, , . storing or moving data. It may cause damage.





Shortcut Press Side Camera Key twice when the flip

is closed.





2. Set the brightness , zoom or press

Right Soft Key [Options] to change other

settings.



G Select the option(s) to customize.

Brightness EV -9 to +9

White Balance Auto / Sunny / Cloudy /

Tungsten / Fluorescent





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3. Get Fun & Games Ending a Browser Session

Allows you to download games and applications End a Browser session by pressing .

from the GET IT NOW server. Choose the software

Navigating Through the Browser

you want from the list displayed on the screen.

On-screen items appear in one of the following ways:

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

G Numbered options

2. Press [Get New App.].

You can use your numeric keypad or you can

select the items by moving the cursor and

4. Get News & Info pressing the appropriate Soft Keys.

The Get News & Info feature allows you to access G Links embedded in content

news, sports, weather, and email from your Verizon You can act on the options or the links using the

Wireless device. Access and selections within this Soft Keys just below the display screen.

feature are dependent upon your service provider.

G Text or numbers

For specific information on Get News & Info

access through your phone, contact your service You can select the items by moving the cursor

provider. and pressing the appropriate Soft Keys.



Quick Access to News & Info Feature Scrolling



Get the latest news, stock quotes, and movie Use to scroll through the content. A cursor

listings. TXT Alerts allow you to have access to the lets you know which item is currently selected.

information you want to know.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .



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Fast Scrolling Soft Keys

Press and hold to quickly move the cursor up To navigate to different screens or select special

and down on the current screen. functions, use the Soft Keys. The function

associated with the Soft Keys can change for each

Scrolling by Page

page and depends on each highlighted item.

Press the Side Keys to move up and down a page

at a time. Left Soft Key

Left Soft Key is used primarily for first options

Home Page

or selecting an item but its function may change,

To go to the Home Page, press and hold or depending on the content displayed.

.

Right Soft Key

View Browser Menu

Right Soft Key is used primarily for secondary

Press Voice Commands key ( ) to use the options or a menu of secondary options.

Browser menu.

Entering Text, Numbers or Symbols

View Browser Inbox

When prompted to enter text, the current text entry

If there are any browser messages, the list is method appears above the Left Soft Key as

displayed from newest to oldest. Word, Abc, ABC, 123 or Symbols.

Your list of Web messages are displayed. To change the input mode, press the Left Soft Key .

Go to Inbox in Messaging to view Browser To create an upper case character, press .

messages.







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Deleting Text/Number Entered 5. Get Going

When entering text or numbers, press to clear Everything you need to know while you’re on the

the last number, letter, or symbol. Press and hold go.

to clear the input field completely. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .



Initiating a Phone Call From the Browser 2. Press [Get New App.].

You can make a phone call from the Browser if the

site you are using supports the feature (the phone 6. Get Extras

number may be highlighted and Left Soft Key 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

appears as Call). The browser connection is

terminated when you initiate the call. After you end 2. Press [Get New App.].

the call, your phone returns to the screen from

which you initiated the call.









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MESSAGING 6. Email: Read and send emails

from your email accounts.

Shortcut Pressing Left Soft Key is a hot key to your 7. Mobile IM: Instant messages

MESSAGING. with your friends with MSN®

Access and Options Messenger and Yahoo®

Messenger.

1. Press [MENU].

8. Chat: Chat with Internet

2. Press to select [MESSAGING]. Messenger users.

3. Select a submenu. Text messages, PIX messages, and the Voicemail

1. New Msg: Sends a TXT box become available as soon as the phone is

message, PIX message, FLIX powered on.

message and Email message. G Check types of messages by pressing Left Soft

2. Inbox: Shows the list of Key [Message].

received messages. G Make a call to the callback number by pressing

3. Sent: Shows the list of sent during a message check.

messages. The phone can store up to 386 messages (1 voice

4. Drafts: Shows the list of draft message, 50 inbox text messages - including

messages. Browser messages, 100 inbox PIX messages, 100

5. Voicemail: Shows the number inbox PIX notification messages, 50 sent text

of messages in the Voicemail messages, 50 sent PIX messages, 15 draft text

box. messages, 20 draft PIX messages). The information





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stored in the message is determined by phone 1. New Msg

mode and service capability. Other limits to Allows you to send text messages and pages. Each

available characters per message may exist. message has a destination (Address) and

Please check with your service provider for system information (Message). These are dependent upon

features and capabilities. the type of message you want to send.

New Message Alert

1.1 TXT Msg

There are two ways your phone alerts you to new

messages. The Basics of Sending a Message



1. The phone displays a message on the screen. 1. Press Left Soft Key , press , .

2. Enter the phone number of the recipient or the

2. The message icon ( ) is displayed on the

email address for an email message. You can

display screen. In the case of a high priority

enter up to 10 addresses for a single message.

message, the icon will flash and NEW TEXT

3. Press .

MESSAGE is displayed.

NOTE To send a page, press [SEND].

NOTE If you receive the same message twice, your

phone deletes the older one and the new one is 4. Type your message (text or email).

stored as a DUPLICATE.

5. Press [SEND].

A sending screen is displayed.









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Customizing the Message Using Options * Editing Text

1. Create a new message. 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Select the option(s) to customize.

Save As Draft Saves the message into the

Drafts folder.

Add Allows you to add Graphic,

Editing Address Editing Text Animation, Sound, Quick Text

or Signature.

* Editing Address Format Text Allows you to change the look

2. Press Right Soft Key [Add]. of the text.

3. Select the option(s) to customize. Alignment / Font Size / Font

Style / Text Color / Background

From Contacts You can enter phone numbers Priority Level Gives priority to the message.

stored in the Contacts. High / Normal

Recent Calls Select the recently dialed Callback # Inserts a pre-programmed

phone numbers. callback number with your

message.

Groups You can input phone numbers On / Off / Edit

saved as Group in Contacts. Save Quick Text Allows you to define phrases

To Contacts Stores the entered address to for Insert Quick Text.

Contacts. Cancel Msg Cancels message editing and

goes to Message menu.

4. Complete and then send or save the message.



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Using Contacts to Send a Message 1.2 PIX Msg

You can designate an entry saved in your Contacts The Basics of Sending a Message

as the address instead of manually entering the

1. Press Left Soft Key , , .

destination.

1. Press Left Soft Key , select , . 2. Enter the cellular phone number or e-mail

address of the recipient.

2. Press Right Soft Key [Add].

G Picture phone number for a PIX message.

3. Use to highlight From Contacts and press

G Email address for an e-mail message.

.

3. Press .

4. Use to highlight the Contact entry

containing the destination and press . 4. Type your message (text or e-mail).

5. Press Left Soft Key [Done]. 5. Use to highlight the PIX and press Left Soft

Key [My PIX]. Use to select the My PIX .

NOTE The Address feature allows multi-sending of up to

10 total addresses. Use to select the image you want to send,

then press .

6. Complete the message as necessary.

6. Use to highlight the Sounds, then press Left

Soft Key [Sounds].

Use to select the audio file you want to

send then press .

7. Use to highlight Subject and enter the

subject.



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8. Press [SEND]. A confirmation message is To PIX Place Select To PIX Place and then the

displayed. message is sent to PIX Place.



Customizing the Message Using Options To Contacts Stores the entered address to

Contacts.

1. Create a new message.



* Editing Text

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Select the option(s) to customize.

Editing Address Editing Text Editing PIX Editing Subject Preview Displays the PIX message as it

would be seen by the recipient.

* Editing Address Add Quick Text Inserts predefined phrases.

2. Press Right Soft Key [Add]. Save As Draft Saves the message into the Drafts

3. Select the option(s) to customize. folder.

From Contacts You can enter phone numbers Priority Level Gives priority to the message.

High / Normal

stored in the Contacts.

Remove PIX Removes a PIX from your

Groups You can input phone numbers message.

saved as Group in Contacts. Remove Sound Removes a Sound from your

message.

Recent Calls Select the recently dialed phone

Add Slide

numbers.

Add To Contacts







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* Editing PIX 1.3 FLIX Msg

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Select the option(s) to customize. The Basics of Sending a Message

1. Press Left Soft Key , press , .

Preview / Save As Draft / Priority Level /

Remove PIX / Remove Sound / Add Slide / 2. Enter the cellular phone number or e-mail

Add To Contacts address of the recipient.

G Picture phone number for a FLIX message.

* Editing Sounds G Email address for an e-mail message.

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options]. 3. Press .

3. Select the option(s) to customize.

4. Type your message (text or e-mail).

Preview / Save As Draft / Priority Level /

Remove PIX / Remove Sound / Add Slide / 5. Use to highlight the FLIX and press Left Soft

Add To Contacts Key [My FLIX].

Use to select the My FLIX .

* Editing Subject Select the MY FLIX, then press .

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

6. Use to highlight Subject and enter the

3. Select the option(s) to customize. subject.

Preview / Add Quick Text / Save As Draft / 7. Press [SEND].

Priority Level / Remove PIX / Remove Sound /

Add Slide / Add To Contacts A confirmation message is displayed.

4. Complete and then send or save the message.



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Customizing the Message Using Options * Editing Text

1. Create a new message. 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

3. Select the option(s) to customize.

Preview Displays the PIX message as it

would be seen by the recipient.

Add Quick Text Inserts predefined phrases.

Editing Address Editing Text Editing FLIX Editing Subject Save As Draft Saves the message into the Drafts

folder.

* Editing Address Priority Level Gives priority to the message.

2. Press Right Soft Key [Add]. High / Normal

Remove FLIX Removes a FLIX from your

3. Select the option(s) to customize. message.

From Contacts You can enter phone numbers Add To Contacts

stored in the Contacts.

Groups You can input phone numbers

saved as Group in Contacts. * Editing FLIX

Recent Calls Select the recently dialed phone 2. Press Right Soft Key [Options].

numbers. 3. Select the option(s) to customize.

To PIX Place Select To PIX Place and then the Preview / Save As Draft / Priority Level /

message is sent to PIX Place. Remove FLIX / Add To Contacts

To Contacts Stores the entered address to

Contacts.



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* Editing Subject 2. Inbox

2. Press Right Soft Key [Options]. The phone alerts you in 3 ways when you receive a

3. Select the option(s) to customize. new message:

G By displaying a message notification on the

Preview / Add Quick Text / Save As Draft /

Priority Level / Remove FLIX / Add To Contacts screen.

G By sounding a beep or vibration, if set.

4. Complete and then send or save the message. G By blinking . (only when you get a high

priority message)

Received text messages, Browser messages,

picture messages, and email lists may be searched

and the contents viewed.

Received messages are displayed from newest to

oldest.



Out of Memory Warning

If the memory is full, no more messages can be

received until enough memory space becomes

available. The message TXT/PIX/NOTI 100% FULL

is displayed and new messages are not accepted.









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Viewing Your Inbox Message Icon Reference

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], . New/Unread TXT Messages

2. Options from here: Opened/Read TXT Messages

G Press Left Soft Key [Erase]. Priority High

G Press Right Soft Key [Options]. Locked

Reply Replies to the sender's address New/Unread Browser Messages

of the received message.

Opened/Read Browser Messages

Forward Forwards a received message to

other destination address(es). Opened/Read PIX/FLIX Messages

Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocks the selected Downloaded PIX/FLIX Messages

message. Locked messages

New/Unread PIX/FLIX Notifications

cannot be deleted by the Erase

Inbox and Erase All functions. Opened/Read PIX/FLIX Notifications

Add To Contacts Stores the callback number,

email address, and numbers

from the address of the received

message into your Contacts.

Erase Inbox Erases all messages stored in the

Inbox.

Message Info Allows you to check the received

message information.



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3. Sent Contacts.

Up to 100 sent messages can be stored in Sent lists Erase Sent Erase all messages stored in the

and contents of sent messages verify whether the Sent messages.

transmission was successful or not. Message Info Allows you to check the sent

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], . message information.

2. Options from here: Message Icon Reference

G Press Left Soft Key [Erase].

TXT/PIX/FLIX Messages sent

G Press Right Soft Key [Options].

Message delivered

Forward Forwards a sent message to

TXT/PIX/FLIX Messages failed

other destination address(es).

Resend Allows you to retransmit the Message pending

selected message. Multiple Messages sent

Lock/Unlock Locks or unlocks the selected Multiple Messages delivered

message. Locked messages

Multiple Messages failed

cannot be deleted by the Erase

Sent and Erase All functions. Multiple Messages pending

Add To Contacts Stores the callback number, Multiple Messages incomplete

email address, and numbers Priority High

from the address of the

received message into your Locked





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4. Drafts Message Icon Reference

Displays draft messages. Draft TXT

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], . Draft PIX/FLIX

2. Options from here:

G Press Left Soft Key [Erase].

G Press Right Soft Key [Options].

5. Voicemail

Send Sends the selected message.

Allows you to view new voice messages recorded

Lock/Unlock Locked messages cannot be in the Voicemail box. Once you exceed the storage

deleted by the Erase Drafts and limit, old messages are overwritten. When you

Erase All functions. have a new voice message, your phone will alert

Add To Contacts Stores the callback number, you.

email address, and numbers

Checking Your Voicemail Box

from the address included in the

Draft message into your 1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], .

Contacts.

2. Options from here:

Erase Drafts Erases all Draft messages.

G Press Left Soft Key [Clear] to delete

information, and then press Yes.

G Press to listen to the message(s).





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6. Email MSG Settings

Allows you to send an email via Mobile Web. Allows you to configure 11 settings for received

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], . messages.

G Launch Browser.

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], press

Left Soft Key [Settings].

7. Mobile IM

2. Select All Msg / TXT Msg / PIX-FLIX Msg then

Allows you to add new applications, to send and press .

receive an Instant Message at any time.

3. Use to highlight one of the settings and

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], .

press to select it.

G Select from the options by pressing .

Auto Save On / Off / Prompt

Auto Erase On / Off

8. Chat

Quick Text Insert quick text.

Allows you to chat with Internet Messenger users.

Voice Mail #

1. Press [MENU], [MESSAGING], .

Entry Mode Word / Abc / ABC / 123

G Launch Browser.

Callback # Input the callback number in the

message.

Signature None / Custom

Auto View On / Off





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Auto Play On / Off 4. Voice Mail #

Name Card On / Off Allows you to manually enter the access number

Auto Receive On / Off for Voicemail Service. This number should be

only used when a VMS (Voicemail Service)

NOTE If Entry Mode is set, it's also applied to Notepad access number is not provided from the

and Calendar Menu. network.

Message Settings Sub-Menu Descriptions 5. Entry Mode

All Msg Allows you to select the default input method

including Word, Abc, ABC, 123.

1. Auto Save

With this feature on, messages are 6. Callback #

automatically saved in Sent when transmitted. Allows you to automatically send a designated

callback number when you send a message.

2. Auto Erase

With this feature on, read messages are 7. Signature

automatically deleted when you exceed the Allows you make/edit a signature to

storage limit. automatically send with your messages.

3. Quick Text

Allows you to display, edit, and add text phrases.

These text strings allow you to reduce manual

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TXT Msg MSG Erase

1. Auto View Allows you to erase all messages stored in your

Allows you to directly display the content when Inbox, Sent or Drafts folders. You can also erase all

receiving a message. messages at the same time.

1. Press [MENU], , press Right Soft Key

2. Auto Play

[Options].

Allows the display to automatically scroll down

G Press [Erase Inbox] to erase all

while viewing messages.

messages stored in the Inbox.

3. Name Card G Press [Erase Sent] to erase all

Allows you to insert a name card to messages stored in the Sent folder.

automatically send with your messages.

G Press [Erase Drafts] to erase all

messages stored in the Drafts folder.

G Press [Erase All] to erase all messages

PIX-FLIX Msg

stored in the Inbox, Sent, and Drafts folder.

1. Auto Receive

2. Select Yes to erase the messages selected.

Allows you to directly download the content

when receiving a PIX message. A confirmation message is displayed.









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CONTACTS 1. New Contact

Allows you to add a new number to your Contacts

The Contacts menu allows you to store names,

List.

phone numbers and other information in your

phone’s memory. NOTE Using this submenu, the number is saved as a

new Contact. To save the number into an existing

Shortcut Pressing Right Soft Key is a hot key to

Contact, edit the Contact entry.

Contacts List.

1. Press [MENU], .

Access and Options

2. Enter the name and press .

1. Press [MENU].

3. Use to select the phone number type.

2. Select a submenu.

4. Enter the number and press .

1. New Contact

2. Contact List NOTE For more detailed information, see page 23.



3. Groups

4. Speed Dials

5. My Name Card









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2. Contact List 3. Groups

Allows you to view your Contacts List. Allows you to view your grouped Contacts, add a

1. Press [MENU], . new group, change the name of a group, delete a

group, or send a message to everyone in the

2. Press to scroll through your Contacts

selected group.

alphabetically.

1. Press [MENU], .

G Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select

one of the following: 2. Use to highlight a group to view then press

New Contact / Erase / Send TXT Msg / Send .

PIX Msg / Send FLIX Msg / Call / Erase All G Press Left Soft Key [New] to add a new

G Press Left Soft Key [Edit] to edit. group to the list.

G Use to highlight a group then press Right

G Press [VIEW] to view the Contact

information. Soft Key [Options] to select one of the

following.

Send TXT Msg / Send PIX Msg / Send FLIX

Msg / Rename / Erase / Add

G Press [VIEW] to view the Contact

information.









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4. Speed Dials 5. My Name Card

Allows you to view your list of Speed Dials or Allows you to view all of your personal Contact

designate Speed Dials for numbers entered in your information including name, phone numbers, and

Contacts. email address.

1. Press [MENU], . 1. Press [MENU], .



2. Use to highlight the Speed Dial position, or 2. Use to highlight the information you want to

enter the Speed Dial digit and press . enter, then press [EDIT].

3. Enter your information as necessary, then press

3. Use to highlight the Contact then press .

.

4. Use to highlight the number then press . 4. Send your name card using the Right Soft Key

5. Press Yes. [Options].

A confirmation message is displayed. Let's take an example:



Á Á Á









Á









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RECENT CALLS 1. Missed

2. Received

The Recent Calls menu is a list of the last phone

3. Dialed

numbers or Contact entries for calls you placed,

accepted, or missed. It's continually updated as 4. All

new numbers are added to the beginning of the list 5. View Timers

and the oldest entries are removed from the

bottom of the list. 1. Missed

G indicates a dialed call. Allows you to view the list of missed calls; up to 30

entries.

G indicates a received call.

1. Press [MENU], [RECENT CALLS], .

G indicates a missed call.

2. Use to highlight an entry, then

Shortcut To view a quick list of all your recent calls,

press from the standby mode. G Press to view the entry.

G Press to place a call to the number.

Access and Options

G Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select:

1. Press [MENU].

Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All /

2. Press to select [RECENT CALLS]. View Timers

3. Select a submenu. G Press Left Soft Key [Message] to select:

TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg







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2. Received 3. Dialed

Allows you to view the list of incoming calls; up to 30 Allows you to view the list of outgoing calls; up to

entries. 30 entries.

1. Press [MENU], , . 1. Press [MENU], , .

2. Use to highlight an entry, then 2. Use to highlight an entry, then

G Press to view the entry. G Press to view the entry.

G Press to place a call to the number. G Press to place a call to the number.

G Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select: G Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select:

Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All /

View Timers View Timers



G Press Left Soft Key [Message] to select: G Press Left Soft Key [Message] to select:

TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg









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4. All 5. View Timers

Allows you to view the list of all calls; up to 90 Allows you to view the duration of selected calls.

entries. 1. Press [MENU], , .

1. Press [MENU], , . 2. Use to highlight a call list.

2. Use to highlight an entry, then Last Call / All Calls / Received Calls / Dialed

G Press to view the entry. Calls / Roaming Calls / Transmit Kb / Received

Kb / Total Kb / Last Reset / Lifetime Calls /

G Press to place a call to the number. Lifetime Data Counter

G Press Right Soft Key [Options] to select: 3. Reset all the recorded timers by pressing Right

Save(Details) / Erase / Lock(Unlock) / Erase All / Soft Key if you want to reset.

View Timers

G Press Left Soft Key [Message] to select:

TXT Msg / PIX Msg / FLIX Msg



Shortcut To view a quick list of all your recent calls,

press from standby mode.









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SETTINGS & TOOLS 1. My Account

Connects to the operator's server and you can get

The SETTINGS & TOOLS menu has options to

your account's information.

customize your phone.



Access and Options 2. Tools

1. Press [MENU]. Your phone tools include Voice Commands,

Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad,

2. Press 2 times to select Calculator, and Ez Tip Calc.

[SETTINGS & TOOLS].

Access and Options

3. Select a submenu.

1. My Account 1. Press [MENU].

2. Tools 2. Press 2 times to select

3. Sounds Settings [SETTINGS & TOOLS].

4. Display Settings

3. Press Tools.

5. Phone Settings

4. Select a submenu.

6. Call Settings

7. Bluetooth Voice Commands, Calendar,

8. Memory Alarm Clock, World Clock,

9. Phone Info Notepad, Calculator and Ez Tip

Calc.







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2.1 Voice Commands Tones Only. For Timeout, set

This feature provides you with the following 5 seconds or 10 seconds.

awesome options equipped with AVR (Advanced Call Alert Ring Only / Name + Ring /

Voice Recognition) technology. Each option has its Name Repeat

detailed information on the phone and you can

check it out by pressing Left Soft Key [Info]. 2.1.1 Call

Say "Call" and then call someone simply by saying

Access and Options

the phone number and name. Please speak clearly

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . and exactly as in your Contacts list. When you

Settings to Optimize the Voice Commands Feature have more than one contact numbers, you can

by pressing the Right Soft Key [Settings] state the name and number type of the contact (for

example, 'Call John Work').

Choice List Always On / Always Off

Train Voice If the phone often asks you to 2.1.2 Send Msg to

repeat voice command, train the Say a voice command, then a prompt message will

phone to recognize your voice pop up to ask you the type of message. Select the

patterns. type, choose contact name, number or group in turn.

Sensitivity Control the sensitivity as High / A message will get automatically start. If you say in

Medium / Low. full sentence format, the message will go directly.

For ‘Send Message’ command, use speak up clearly

Prompts Mode / Timeout

with exact information stored in your Contact list.

For Mode, set Prompts / Readout /

You don’t have to include symbols, punctuation or





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characters when you say a name, other than & or 2.1.7 Help

@. Provides a general guideline to using Voice

Commands.

2.1.3 Go to

If you say "Go to" command, the phone will display 2.2 Calendar

the commanded menu and a list of options will be Allows you to keep your agenda convenient and

provided (for example, 'Go to Bluetooth'). easy to access. Simply store your appointments

2.1.4 Check and your phone will alert you with a reminder you

Allows you to check out a wide range of items set.

from Phone Status, Voicemail, Messages, Missed 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Calls, Time, Signal Strength. Battery to Volume level 2. Use to highlight the scheduled day.

of your phone (for example, 'Check Phone Status').

Moves cursor to the left.

2.1.5 Lookup

Moves cursor to the right.

You can look up names in your contacts with

options like (for example, 'Lookup John'): Moves to the previous week.

Read out / Create New / Erase / Modify Moves to the next week.

2.1.6 My Account 3. Press Left Soft Key [Add].

You can get access to your Verizon Wireless 4. Press Left Soft Key [Set] to enter or edit your

account information also by using voice calendar event information including:

commands. G Subject G Start Date & Time









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G End Date & Time G Repeat G Recurrence G Ringer

G Repeat Until G Reminder Alerts 4. Use to highlight the information you want to

G Tones set, then press Left Soft Key [Set] to view

5. To enter your schedule information, use to your choices.

highlight the information field, then press Left 5. Press [SAVE] after setting all of the Alarm

Soft Key [Set] to view your choices. fields as necessary.

6. Use to highlight a setting, then press .

When the alarm goes off, you can turn it off by

7. Press [SAVE] after setting all of the pressing or the side keys.

Calendar fields as necessary.



2.3 Alarm Clock 2.4 World Clock

Allows you to set one of three alarms. The current Allows you to determine the current time in

time is displayed at the top of the screen when you another time zone or country by navigating with the

select an alarm to set. At the alarm time, Alarm 1 left or right navigation keys.

(or 2 or 3, as applicable) will be displayed on the 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

LCD screen and the alarm will sound.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . NOTE With Left Soft Key [Set DST], set to daylight

saving time.

2. Use to highlight an Alarm (1, 2, or 3), then

press . 2. Press Right Soft Key [Cities] and you can

3. Enter the alarm information including: check out a list of available cities.

G Turn On/Off G Set Time







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2.5 Notepad NOTE To insert a decimal, press . To insert ±,

Allows you to add, read, edit, and erase notes to press .

yourself.

2.7 Ez Tip Calc

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Allows you to quickly and easily calculate bill

2. Press Left Soft Key [Add] to write a new

amounts using the bill total, tip, and number of

note.

people as variables.

3. Use Right Soft Key to change the entry

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

mode.

4. After filling in the note, press to save it.



2.6 Calculator

Allows you to perform simple mathematical

calculations. You can enter numbers up to the fifth

decimal place. Calculations can be made with up

to 3 lines at one time.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Enter the numbers to get the value you want. To

cancel a number, press Left Soft Key [Clear].

3. Use Right Soft Key [Operator] to add

paranthesis or power among numbers for

calculation.



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3. Sounds Settings 3.1 Master Volume

Provides options to customize the phone’s sounds. Allows you to set volume settings.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Access and Options

2. Adjust the volume with then press to

1. Press [MENU].

save the setting.

2. Press 2 times to select

3. You can try playing each master volume with Left

[SETTINGS & TOOLS].

Soft Key [Play].

3. Press Sounds Settings.

3.2 Call Sounds

4. Select a submenu.

Allows you to set ringtones for types of incoming

Master Volume, Call Sounds,

calls.

Alert Sounds, Keypad Volume,

Earpiece Volume, Service 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Alerts, Power On/Off Sounds

3.2.1 Call Ringtone

and Alarm Sounds.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , ,

.

2. Select Caller ID / No Caller ID / Restricted

Calls / All Calls.

3. Use to select a ringtone then press

to save the sound.



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3.2.2 Call Vibrate 3.4 Keypad Volume

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , , Allows you to set the keypad volume.

. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press . 2. Adjust the volume with then press to

On / Off save the setting.



3.3 Alert Sounds 3.5 Earpiece Volume

Allows you to select the alert type for a new Allows you to set the earpiece volume.

message. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 2. Adjust the volume with then press to

2. Select TXT Message / PIX-FLIX Msg / Voicemail save the setting.

Msg.

3.6 Service Alerts

Use to select then press to save the

sound. Allows you to set any of the four Alert options to

either On or Off.

3. Each Alert Sounds menu has the following

options. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .



Tone / Vibrate / Reminder 2. Select an alert option.



ERI Alerts you to the status of cellular

service.





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Minute Beep Alerts you 10 seconds before the 3.8 Alarm Sounds

end of every minute during a call.

Allows you to set sounds for types of alarm.

Call Connect Alerts you when the call is 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

connected. 2. Press Tone or Vibrate.

3. Use to select a setting, then press . 3. Use to select a setting, then press .





3.7 Power On/Off Sounds

Allows you to set the phone to sound a tone when

the phone is powered on/off.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Select Power On / Power Off.

3. Use to select a setting, then press .

On / Off









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4. Display Settings 4.1 Banner

Provides options to customize the phone’s display Allows you to enter a string of up to 23 characters

screen. which displays on the LCD screen.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Access and Options

1. Press [MENU]. 4.1.1 Personal



2. Press 2 times to select 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , ,

[SETTINGS & TOOLS]. .

3. Press Display Settings. 2. Choose a Banner submenu and press .

Main Banner / Front Banner

4. Select a submenu.

Banner, Backlight, Wallpaper, 3. Create your own banner text then press

Display Themes, Fonts and [SAVE].

Clock Format.

4.1.2 ERI Banner

If you use ERI Service, ERI Text is shown on the

sub banner.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , ,

.

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

On / Off





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4.2 Backlight 4.3 Wallpaper

Allows you to set the duration for illuminating the Allows you to choose the kind of background to be

backlight. Main Screen, Front Screen and Keypad displayed on the phone. The possibilities are

are set separately. endless, but Fun Animations, in particular, provide

you with cute flash screens for your background

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

wallpaper.

2. Choose a Backlight submenu and press .

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Display / Keypad

2. Choose a Wallpaper submenu and press .

1. Display Main Wallpaper / Front Wallpaper

1.1 Main Backlight

G 5 Seconds G 15 Seconds G 30 Seconds

3. Choose a submenu and press .

G Always On My PIX / My FLIX / Fun Animations

G Always Off

4. Select from available screens then press .

1.2 Front Backlight

G 5 Seconds G 15 Seconds G 30 Seconds



2. Keypad

G 5 Seconds G 15 Seconds G 30 Seconds

G Always On

G Always Off









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4.4 Display Themes 4.6 Clock Format

Allows you to choose the color of the background Allows you to choose the kind of clock to be

screen. displayed on the LCD screen.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press . 2. Press Main Clock or Front Clock.

Default / Silver Spin / Pulse / Business / 3. Use to select a setting, then press .

Tropical / Blue G For Main Clock:



Tip Silver Spin and Pulse are state-of-the-art features of Normal / Digital / Analog / Dual / Off

this phone. Enjoy the flash themes by simply choosing G For Front Clock:

Silver Spin and Pulse options.

Digital / Minimize / Off



4.5 Fonts

Allows you to set the font size. This setting is

helpful for those who need the text to display a

little bit larger.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

Normal / Large









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5. Phone Settings 5.1 Standalone Mode

The Phone Settings menu allows you to designate Allows you to use the menu functions except

specific settings to customize how you use your making calls, Bluetooth® feature, and web

phone. accessing, when radio transmission is restricted.

Activating Standalone Mode will disable all

Access and Options wireless communications as noted in the

1. Press [MENU]. disclaimer on the phone.



2. Press 2 times to select 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

[SETTINGS & TOOLS]. 2. Use to select a setting, then press .

3. Press Phone Settings. On / Off



4. Select a submenu. 5.2 Shortcut Key

Standalone Mode, Shortcut Key, Allows you to set a shortcut to phone menus using

Language, Location, Security, the down, up, left and right Navigation Keys.

System Select, NAM Select,

1. Press [MENU], 2 times , .

Auto NAM and Serving System.

2. Select the shortcut, then press .









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5.3 Language 5.5 Security

Allows you to set the bilingual feature according to The Security menu allows you to secure the phone

your preference. Choose either English or Spanish. electronically.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press . 2. Enter the four-digit lock code.

English / Spanish The lock code is: the last 4 digits of your mobile

phone number if it is set.

5.4 Location The last 4 digits of ESN DEC if your mobile phone

Allows you to set GPS (Global Positioning number is not set.

System: Satellite assisted location information

system) mode. 5.5.1 Lock Mode

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . Keeps your phone from unauthorized use. Once

2. Use to select a setting, then press . the phone is locked, it's in restricted mode until

Location On / E911 Only the lock code is entered. You can receive phone

calls and still make emergency calls. You can

NOTE GPS satellite signals are not always transmitted,

especially under bad atmospheric and modify the lock code using the New Lock code

environmental conditions, indoors, etc. within the Security menu.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Enter the four-digit lock code.

3. Press Lock Mode.





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4. Select an option then press . 5.5.2 Edit Code

Lock The phone is always locked. Allows you to enter a new four-digit lock code.

When locked, you can 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

receive incoming calls and

2. Enter the four-digit lock code.

only make emergency calls.

Unlock The phone is never locked 3. Press Edit Code.

(Lock mode can be used). 4. For confirmation, it will ask you to enter the

On Power Up The phone is locked when it new lock code again.

is turned on.

5.5.3 Reset Default

Allows you to reset your phone to the factory

default settings.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Enter the four-digit lock code.

3. Press Reset Default.

4. Press after reading the warning message.

5. Press Revert.

A confirmation message is displayed briefly

before the phone resets itself.







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5.6 System Select 5.8 Auto NAM

Allows you to set up the phone producer’s Allows the phone to automatically switch between

management environment. Leave this setting as programmed telephone numbers corresponding to

the default unless you want to alter system the service provider area.

selection as instructed by your service provider. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 2. Use to select a setting, then press .

2. Use to select a setting, then press . On / Off

Home Only / Automatic

5.9 Serving System

5.7 NAM Select Identifies the channel number of a system that is

Allows you to select the phone’s NAM (Number served and a SID Number. This information is only

Assignment Module) if the phone is registered with for technical support.

multiple service providers. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

NAM1 / NAM2









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6. Call Settings 6.1 Answer Options

The Call Settings menu allows you to designate Allows you to determine how the phone will

how the phone handles both incoming and answer an incoming call.

outgoing calls. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Access and Options 2. Use to select a setting, then press .

Flip Open / Any Key / Send Only / Auto Answer

1. Press [MENU].

2. Press 2 times to select NOTE Auto Answer is available only when the

[SETTINGS & TOOLS]. speakerphone is on with the flip open, or any

external device is connected to your phone.

3. Press Call Settings.

When Ringer is set to mute such as the settings

4. Select a submenu. below, Ringer is not activated.

Answer Options, Auto Retry, G When All Sounds Off / Alarm Only is set or

TTY Mode, One Touch Dial, individual Contact Ringer ID is set to No Ring /

Voice Privacy, Connections, Silence.

Ringer ID and Picture ID.

G When Ringer is set to mute with side key or

"Quiet".









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6.2 Auto Retry TTY Full:

Allows you to set the length of time the phone - Users who cannot talk and hear send and

waits before automatically redialing a number receive a text message through TTY equipment.

when the attempted call fails. TTY + Talk:

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . - Users who can talk but cannot hear receive a

text message and send voice through TTY

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

equipment.

Off / Every 10 Seconds / Every 30 Seconds / TTY + Hear:

Every 60 Seconds - Users who can hear but cannot talk send a text

message and receive voice through TTY

6.3 TTY Mode

equipment.

Allows you to attach a TTY device enabling you to

TTY Off:

communicate with parties also using a TTY device.

- Normal users send and receive without TTY

A phone with TTY support is able to translate typed

equipment.

characters to voice. Voice can also be translated

into characters and then displayed on the TTY. Connecting TTY Equipment and a Terminal

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . 1. Connect a TTY cable to TTY connection on the

An explanation message is displayed. terminal (TTY connection location is the same as

2. Press to continue. a hands-free ear jack).

3. Use to select a setting, then press . 2. Enter the phone menu and set up the desired

TTY mode (For a TTY mode, see the following).

TTY Full / TTY + Talk / TTY + Hear / TTY Off



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TTY mode (Tele Type writer)



Menu User Feature Transmission/Receiving When making

Mode communications with a

normal terminal



For hearing- text message

TTY Full /verbally- transmission, text operator required

impaired message receiving





For hearing- voice transmission, text

TTY + Talk talkable operator required

impaired message receiving







TTY + Hear For verbally- text message transmission,

audible operator required

impaired voice receiving





voice transmission, voice

TTY Off For normal users receiving









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3. After setting a TTY mode, check the LCD screen 6.4 One Touch Dial

of the phone for the TTY icon. Allows you to initiate a speed dial call by pressing

4. Connect the TTY equipment to the power source and holding the speed dial digit. If set to Off, Speed

and turn it on. Dial numbers designated in your Contacts will not

function.

5. Make a phone connection to the desired

number. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .



6. When connection is made, use the TTY 2. Use to select a setting, then press .

equipment to type in and send a text message or On / Off

send voice.

7. The voice or text message from the receiver end 6.5 Voice Privacy

displays on the TTY equipment display. Allows you to set the voice privacy feature for

CDMA calls. CDMA offers inherent voice privacy.

Check with your service provider for availability.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

On / Off









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6.6 Connections 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

Allows you to select the data port.

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . On / Off

2. Use to select a setting, then press .

7. Bluetooth®

USB / RS-232C (COM Port) / Bluetooth / Closed

The VX8300 is compatible with devices that support

NOTE If you want to use the Bluetooth® function the Bluetooth® headset (HSP), hands-free (HFP),

connecting PC, the PC or PDA should be paired serial port (SPP), dial-up networking (DUN), object

with the phone. If it's not, you can not use

Bluetooth connection, even if Bluetooth port is push (OPP) for vCard, Advanced Audio Distribution

selected. (A2DP), and Audio/Video Remote Control (AVRCP)

profile(s). * You may create and store 20 pairings

6.7 Ringer ID within the VX8300 and connect to one device at a

Allows you to set a designated ringer ID when the time. The approximate communication range for

phone rings. Bluetooth® wireless technology is up to 30 feet (10

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . meters).

2. Use to select a setting, then press . NOTE Read the user guide of each Bluetooth® accessory

On / Off that you are trying to pair with your phone because

the instructions may be different.

6.8 Picture ID NOTE Phone does not support ALL Bluetooth® OBEX

Allows you to set the phone to display the Profiles.

* For vehicle/accessory compatibility go to

designated picture ID when the phone rings.

www.verizonwireless.com/bluetoothchart.





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Access and Options 2. Press [MENU], 2 times, , or

1. Press [MENU]. .

2. Press 2 times to select Set the desired device to pairing.

[SETTINGS & TOOLS]. 3. If Bluetooth power is set to off, you will be

3. Press Bluetooth. prompted to turn power on. Select Yes

and press .

4. Select a submenu.

Add New Device 4. The device will appear in the found devices

list menu once it has been located. Highlight

the device and press .

5. The handset will prompt you for the passcode.

Consult the Bluetooth accessory instructions for

the appropriate passcode (typically “0000” - 4

zeroes). Enter the passcode and press .

7.1 Add New Device

6. Once pairing is successful, select Yes and

Pairing is the process that allows the handset to

press to connect with the device.

locate, establish and register 1-to-1 connection

with the target device. 7. Once connected, you will see the device listed in

the Paired Devices menu and the Bluetooth®

For pairing new Bluetooth® device

device connected icon will show up on

1. Follow the Bluetooth accessory instructions to your enunciator when connected to the

set the device to pairing mode. Bluetooth® device. You can also check out the





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connection with a blue icon on the list. Discovery Mode

Allows you to set Hidden/Shown To All.

Power 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

Allows you to set the Bluetooth® power On/Off. 2. Press Right Soft Key [Settings].

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

3. Press [Discovery Mode].

2. Press Left Soft Key [On].

4. Use to select a setting, then press .

NOTE By default, your device’s Bluetooth® functionality is

On / Off

turned off.



NOTE If you choose On (shown to all) for Discovery Mode,

My Phone Name your device is able to be searched by other in-range



Allows you edit the name of the Bluetooth® name. Bluetooth® devices.



1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

Transferring Audio

2. Press Right Soft Key [Settings]. When a Bluetooth® audio device is connected,

3. Press . Use Bluetooth / Use Phone is displayed in the

options menu for call state.

4. Press to clear the existing name.

Use Bluetooth Sound comes from the Bluetooth®

5. Use the numeric keypad to enter a new custom audio device.

name. Use Phone Sound comes from the handset.

6. Press to save and exit. You have the following options in the paired device.

1. Remove Device: You can remove the device from



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the pairing list. 8. Memory

2. Rename Device: You can rename the name of Allows you to check your VX8300 internal phone

the paired device. memory as well as the microSD external memory.

3. Incoming Security: Allows you to receive and

display the permission message of Name Cards

8.1 Save Options

or not. (Audio device not included) Allows you to select which memory (phone or

memory card) to use to save your files.

4. Service Discovery: Displays the kinds of profiles

provided from the device. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

5. Device Info: Shows the device information. 2. Select PIX / FLIX / Sounds then press .

6. Send Name Card: You can transfer Contacts list 3. Select Phone Memory / Card Memory then

if the device supports the service. press .



NOTE G In the pairing list, you can disconnect the 8.2 Phone Memory

connected device with blue arrow signal by

pressing . Reversely, you can turn it on by

Shows the memory information saved in your

pressing again. phone.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .

G Once audio device is connected, the connection

is transferred to the other device when you 2. Select Memory Usage / My PIX / My FLIX / My

select another one and press . Music / My Sounds then press .



G In case you fail to search for any pairing device,

select found device instead.





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8.3 Card Memory 9. Phone Info

Shows the memory information save in the card. Allows you to view the information specific to your

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , . phone and software.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, .

2. Select Memory Usage / My PIX / My FLIX / My

Music / My Sounds then press . 9.1 My Number

NOTE The option Memory Usage shows the total used

Allows you to view your phone number.

memory and memory space remaining. 1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .



NOTE Do not insert or remove the microSD while 9.2 SW Version

playing, deleting or downloading

Allows you to view the versions of SW, PRL, ERI,

PIX/FLIX/Music/Sound.

Browser, Get It Now, AVR, MMS and Bluetooth Lib

Version.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .



9.3 Icon Glossary

Allows you to view all the icons and their

meanings.

1. Press [MENU], 2 times, , .









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Safety



TIA Safety Information Those standards were based on comprehensive

and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific

The following is the complete TIA Safety literature. For example, over 120 scientists,

Information for wireless handheld phones. engineers, and physicians from universities,

government health agencies, and industry

Exposure to Radio Frequency Signal

reviewed the available body of research to develop

Your wireless handheld portable phone is a low the ANSI Standard (C95.1).

power radio transmitter and receiver. When ON, it The design of your phone complies with the FCC

receives and sends out Radio Frequency (RF) guidelines (and those standards).

signals.

In August, 1996, the Federal Communications Antenna Care

Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure Use only the supplied or an approved replacement

guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or

phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the attachments could damage the phone and may

safety standards previously set by both U.S. and violate FCC regulations.

international standards bodies:

Phone Operation

ANSI C95.1 (1992) *

NORMAL POSITION: Hold the phone as you would

NCRP Report 86 (1986)

any other telephone with the antenna pointed up

ICNIRP (1996) and over your shoulder.

* American National Standards Institute; National Council

on Radiation Protection and Measurements; International

Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection



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Tips on Efficient Operation equipment may not be shielded against the RF

For your phone to operate most efficiently: signals from your wireless phone.

Don’t touch the antenna unnecessarily when the

Pacemakers

phone is in use. Contact with the antenna affects

call quality and may cause the phone to operate at The Health Industry Manufacturers Association

a higher power level than otherwise needed. recommends that a minimum separation of six (6)

inches be maintained between a handheld

Driving wireless phone and a pacemaker to avoid potential

Check the laws and regulations on the use of interference with the pacemaker. These

wireless phones in the areas where you drive and recommendations are consistent with the

always obey them. Also, if using your phone while independent research by and recommendations of

driving, please observe the following: Wireless Technology Research.

G Give full attention to driving -- driving safely is Persons with pacemakers:

G Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six

your first responsibility;

G Use hands-free operation, if available; (6) inches from their pacemaker when the phone

G Pull off the road and park before making or is turned ON;

G Should not carry the phone in a breast pocket;

answering a call if driving conditions or the law

G Should use the ear opposite the pacemaker to

require it.

minimize the potential for interference;

Electronic Devices G Should turn the phone OFF immediately if there



Most modern electronic equipment is shielded is any reason to suspect that interference is

from RF signals. However, certain electronic taking place.





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Hearing Aids Vehicles

Some digital wireless phones may interfere with RF signals may affect improperly installed or

some hearing aids. In the event of such inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor

interference, you may want to consult your service vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its

provider (or call the customer service line to representative regarding your vehicle. You should

discuss alternatives). also consult the manufacturer of any equipment

that has been added to your vehicle.

Other Medical Devices

If you use any other personal medical device, Posted Facilities

consult the manufacturer of your device to Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted

determine if it is adequately shielded from external notices so require.

RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist

you in obtaining this information. Aircraft

FCC regulations prohibit using your phone while in

Health Care Facilities the air. Switch OFF your phone before boarding an

Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when aircraft.

any regulations posted in these areas instruct you

to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may use Blasting Areas

equipment that could be sensitive to external RF To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn

energy. your phone OFF when in a “blasting area” or in

areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio”. Obey all

signs and instructions.





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Potentially Explosive Atmosphere For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag

Turn your phone OFF when in any area with a An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT place

potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs objects, including either installed or portable

and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause wireless equipment, in the area over the air bag or

an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or in the air bag deployment area. If in-vehicle

even death. wireless equipment is improperly installed and the

Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are air bag inflates, serious injury could result.

often, but not always marked clearly. Potential

areas may include: fueling areas (such as gasoline

stations); below deck on boats; fuel or chemical

transfer or storage facilities; vehicles using

liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or

butane); areas where the air contains chemicals or

particles (such as grain, dust, or metal powders);

and any other area where you would normally be

advised to turn off your vehicle engine.









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Safety Information Battery Information and Care

G Please dispose of your battery properly or take it

Please read and observe the following information

to your local wireless carrier for recycling.

for safe and proper use of your phone and to

G The battery doesn’t need to be empty before

prevent damage. Also, keep the user guide in an

accessible place at all times after reading it. recharging.

G Use only LG-approved chargers specific to your

Violation of the instructions may cause

Caution minor or serious damage to the product.

phone model since they are designed to maximize

battery life.

G Do not disassemble or short-circuit the battery.

Charger and Adapter Safety

G Keep the battery’s metal contacts clean.

G The charger and adapter are intended for indoor

G Replace the battery when it no longer provides

use only.

acceptable performance. The battery can be

G Insert the battery pack charger vertically into the

recharged several hundred times before

wall power socket.

replacement.

G Only use the approved battery charger.

G Recharge the battery after long periods of non-

Otherwise, you may cause serious damage to

use to maximize battery life.

your phone.

G Battery life will vary due to usage patterns and

G Use the correct adaptor for your phone when

environmental conditions.

using the battery pack charger abroad.

G Use of extended backlighting, Browser, and data

connectivity kits affect battery life and talk/standby

times.





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G The self-protection function of the battery cuts the G Don’t short-circuit the battery. Metallic articles

power of the phone when its operation is in an such as a coin, paperclip or pen in your pocket

abnormal state. In this case, remove the battery or bag may short-circuit the + and – terminals of

from the phone, reinstall it, and turn the phone on. the battery (metal strips on the battery) upon

moving. Short-circuit of the terminal may

Explosion, Shock, and Fire Hazards damage the battery and cause an explosion.

G Do not put your phone in a place subject to

excessive dust and keep the minimum required General Notice

distance between the power cord and heat G Using a damaged battery or placing a battery in

sources. your mouth may cause serious injury.

G Unplug the power cord prior to cleaning your G Do not place items containing magnetic

phone, and clean the power plug pin when it’s components such as a credit card, phone card,

dirty. bank book, or subway ticket near your phone.

G When using the power plug, ensure that it’s firmly The magnetism of the phone may damage the

connected. If not, it may cause excessive heat or data stored in the magnetic strip.

fire. G Talking on your phone for a long period of time

G If you put your phone in a pocket or bag without may reduce call quality due to heat generated

covering the receptacle of the phone (power plug during use.

pin), metallic articles (such as a coin, paperclip or G When the phone is not used for a long period

pen) may short-circuit the phone. Always cover time, store it in a safe place with the power cord

the receptacle when not in use. unplugged.





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G Using the phone in proximity to receiving G When you use the phone in public places, set

equipment (i.e., TV or radio) may cause the ringtone to vibration so you don't disturb

interference to the phone. others.

G Do not use the phone if the antenna is damaged. G Do not turn your phone on or off when putting it

If a damaged antenna contacts skin, it may cause to your ear.

a slight burn. Please contact an LG Authorized G Use accessories, such as earphones and

Service Center to replace the damaged antenna. headsets, with caution. Ensure that cables are

G Do not immerse your phone in water. If this tucked away safely and do not touch the

happens, turn it off immediately and remove the antenna unnecessarily.

battery. If the phone does not work, take it to an If you are listening to music whilst out and about,

LG Authorized Service Center. please ensure that the volume is at a reasonable

G Do not paint your phone. level so that you are aware of your surroundings.

This is particularly imperative when attempting to

G The data saved in your phone might be deleted

cross the street.

due to careless use, repair of the phone, or

upgrade of the software. Please backup your Avoid damage to your hearing

important phone numbers. (Ring tones, text Damage to your hearing can occur if you are

messages, voice messages, pictures, and videos exposed to loud sound for long periods of time. We

could also be deleted.) therefore recommend that you do not turn on or off

The manufacturer is not liable for damage due to the handset close to your ear. We also recommend

the loss of data. that music and call volumes are set to a reasonable

level.



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FDA Consumer Update but such findings have not been confirmed by

additional research. In some cases, other

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s researchers have had difficulty in reproducing

Center for Devices and Radiological those studies, or in determining the reasons for

Health Consumer Update on Mobile

inconsistent results.

Phones:

2. What is the FDA's role concerning the safety of

1. Do wireless phones pose a health hazard? wireless phones?

The available scientific evidence does not show that Under the law, the FDA does not review the safety

any health problems are associated with using of radiation-emitting consumer products such as

wireless phones. There is no proof, however, that wireless phones before they can be sold, as it does

wireless phones are absolutely safe. Wireless with new drugs or medical devices. However, the

phones emit low levels of Radio Frequency (RF) agency has authority to take action if wireless

energy in the microwave range while being used. phones are shown to emit Radio Frequency (RF)

They also emit very low levels of RF when in standby energy at a level that is hazardous to the user. In

mode. Whereas high levels of RF can produce such a case, the FDA could require the

health effects (by heating tissue), exposure to low manufacturers of wireless phones to notify users

level RF that does not produce heating effects of the health hazard and to repair, replace, or recall

causes no known adverse health effects. Many the phones so that the hazard no longer exists.

studies of low level RF exposures have not found Although the existing scientific data do not justify

any biological effects. Some studies have FDA regulatory actions, the FDA has urged the

suggested that some biological effects may occur, wireless phone industry to take a number of steps,

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G Support needed research into possible The National Institutes of Health participates in

biological effects of RF of the type emitted by some interagency working group activities, as well.

wireless phones; The FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for

G Design wireless phones in a way that minimizes wireless phones with the Federal Communications

any RF exposure to the user that is not necessary Commission (FCC). All phones that are sold in the

for device function; and United States must comply with FCC safety

guidelines that limit RF exposure. The FCC relies on

G Cooperate in providing users of wireless phones the FDA and other health agencies for safety

with the best possible information on possible questions about wireless phones.

effects of wireless phone use on human health. The FCC also regulates the base stations that the

The FDA belongs to an interagency working group wireless phone networks rely upon. While these

of the federal agencies that have responsibility for base stations operate at higher power than do the

different aspects of RF safety to ensure wireless phones themselves, the RF exposures that

coordinated efforts at the federal level. The people get from these base stations are typically

following agencies belong to this working group: thousands of times lower than those they can get

G National Institute for Occupational Safety and from wireless phones. Base stations are thus not

Health the subject of the safety questions discussed in

this document.

G Environmental Protection Agency

G Occupational Safety and Health Administration

G National Telecommunications and Information

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3. What kinds of phones are the subject of this 4. What are the results of the research done

update? already?

The term “wireless phone” refers here to handheld The research done thus far has produced

wireless phones with built-in antennas, often conflicting results, and many studies have suffered

called “cell”, “mobile”, or “PCS” phones. These from flaws in their research methods. Animal

types of wireless phones can expose the user to experiments investigating the effects of Radio

measurable Radio Frequency (RF) energy because Frequency (RF) energy exposures characteristic of

of the short distance between the phone and the wireless phones have yielded conflicting results

user’s head. that often cannot be repeated in other laboratories.

These RF exposures are limited by FCC safety A few animal studies, however, have suggested that

guidelines that were developed with the advice of low levels of RF could accelerate the development

the FDA and other federal health and safety of cancer in laboratory animals. However, many of

agencies. When the phone is located at greater the studies that showed increased tumor

distances from the user, the exposure to RF is development used animals that had been

drastically lower because a person's RF exposure genetically engineered or treated with cancer-

decreases rapidly with increasing distance from causing chemicals so as to be pre-disposed to

the source. The so-called “cordless phones,” develop cancer in the absence of RF exposure.

which have a base unit connected to the telephone Other studies exposed the animals to RF for up to 22

wiring in a house, typically operate at far lower hours per day. These conditions are not similar to

power levels, and thus produce RF exposures far the conditions under which people use wireless

below the FCC safety limits. phones, so we do not know with certainty what the

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Three large epidemiology studies have been provide reliable proof of a cancer promoting effect

published since December 2000. Between them, the if one exists. Epidemiological studies can provide

studies investigated any possible association data that is directly applicable to human

between the use of wireless phones and primary populations, but ten or more years follow-up may

brain cancer, glioma, meningioma, or acoustic be needed to provide answers about some health

effects, such as cancer. This is because the

neuroma, tumors of the brain or salivary gland,

interval between the time of exposure to a cancer-

leukemia, or other cancers. None of the studies causing agent and the time tumors develop — if

demonstrated the existence of any harmful health they do — may be many, many years. The

effects from wireless phone RF exposures. interpretation of epidemiological studies is

However, none of the studies can answer questions hampered by difficulties in measuring actual RF

about long-term exposures, since the average exposure during day-to-day use of wireless

period of phone use in these studies was around phones. Many factors affect this measurement,

three years. such as the angle at which the phone is held, or

which model of phone is used.

5. What research is needed to decide whether RF

exposure from wireless phones poses a health 6. What is the FDA doing to find out more about the

risk? possible health effects of wireless phone RF?

A combination of laboratory studies and The FDA is working with the U.S. National

epidemiological studies of people actually using Toxicology Program and with groups of

wireless phones would provide some of the data investigators around the world to ensure that high

that are needed. Lifetime animal exposure studies priority animal studies are conducted to address

could be completed in a few years. However, very important questions about the effects of exposure

large numbers of animals would be needed to to Radio Frequency (RF) energy.



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The FDA has been a leading participant in the 7. How can I find out how much Radio Frequency

World Health Organization International Electro energy exposure I can get by using my wireless

Magnetic Fields (EMF) Project since its inception in phone?

1996. An influential result of this work has been the All phones sold in the United States must comply

development of a detailed agenda of research with Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

needs that has driven the establishment of new guidelines that limit Radio Frequency (RF) energy

exposures. The FCC established these guidelines in

research programs around the world. The project consultation with the FDA and the other federal

has also helped develop a series of public health and safety agencies. The FCC limit for RF

information documents on EMF issues. exposure from wireless phones is set at a Specific

The FDA and the Cellular Telecommunications & Absorption Rate (SAR) of 1.6 watts per kilogram (1.6

Internet Association (CTIA) have a formal W/kg). The FCC limit is consistent with the safety

Cooperative Research And Development standards developed by the Institute of Electrical

and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) and the National

Agreement (CRADA) to do research on wireless Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement.

phone safety. The FDA provides the scientific The exposure limit takes into consideration the

oversight, obtaining input from experts in body’s ability to remove heat from the tissues that

government, industry, and academic organizations. absorb energy from the wireless phone and is set

CTIA-funded research is conducted through well below levels known to have effects.

contracts with independent investigators. The Manufacturers of wireless phones must report the RF

exposure level for each model of phone to the FCC.

initial research will include both laboratory studies

The FCC website (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety)

and studies of wireless phone users. The CRADA gives directions for locating the FCC identification

will also include a broad assessment of additional number on your phone so you can find your phone’s

research needs in the context of the latest RF exposure level in the online listing.

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8. What has the FDA done to measure the Radio milliwatts/g) of matter. This measurement is used to

Frequency energy coming from wireless phones? determine whether a wireless phone complies with

The Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers safety guidelines.

(IEEE) is developing a technical standard for

9. What steps can I take to reduce my exposure to

measuring the Radio Frequency (RF) energy

Radio Frequency energy from my wireless phone?

exposure from wireless phones and other wireless

If there is a risk from these products — and at this

handsets with the participation and leadership of

point we do not know that there is — it is probably

FDA scientists and engineers. The standard,

very small. But if you are concerned about avoiding

“Recommended Practice for Determining the

even potential risks, you can take a few simple steps

Spatial-Peak Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) in the

to minimize your exposure to Radio Frequency (RF)

Human Body Due to Wireless Communications

energy. Since time is a key factor in how much

Devices: Experimental Techniques”, sets forth the

exposure a person receives, reducing the amount of

first consistent test methodology for measuring the

time spent using a wireless phone will reduce RF

rate at which RF is deposited in the heads of

exposure. If you must conduct extended

wireless phone users. The test method uses a

conversations by wireless phone every day, you

tissue-simulating model of the human head.

could place more distance between your body and

Standardized SAR test methodology is expected to

the source of the RF, since the exposure level drops

greatly improve the consistency of measurements

off dramatically with distance. For example, you

made at different laboratories on the same phone.

could use a headset and carry the wireless phone

SAR is the measurement of the amount of energy

away from your body or use a wireless phone

absorbed in tissue, either by the whole body or a

connected to a remote antenna. Again, the

small part of the body. It is measured in watts/kg (or

scientific data do not demonstrate that wireless



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phones are harmful. But if you are concerned about causes brain tumors or other ill effects. Their

the RF exposure from these products, you can use recommendation to limit wireless phone use by

measures like those described above to reduce children was strictly precautionary; it was not

your RF exposure from wireless phone use. based on scientific evidence that any health

hazard exists.

10. What about children using wireless phones?

The scientific evidence does not show a danger to 11. What about wireless phone interference with

users of wireless phones, including children and medical equipment?

teenagers. If you want to take steps to lower Radio Frequency (RF) energy from wireless phones

exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) energy, the can interact with some electronic devices. For this

measures described above would apply to children reason, the FDA helped develop a detailed test

and teenagers using wireless phones. Reducing method to measure Electro Magnetic Interference

the time of wireless phone use and increasing the (EMI) of implanted cardiac pacemakers and

distance between the user and the RF source will defibrillators from wireless telephones. This test

reduce RF exposure. method is now part of a standard sponsored by the

Some groups sponsored by other national Association for the Advancement of Medical

governments have advised that children be Instrumentation (AAMI). The final draft, a joint

discouraged from using wireless phones at all. For effort by the FDA, medical device manufacturers,

example, the government in the United Kingdom and many other groups, was completed in late

distributed leaflets containing such a 2000. This standard will allow manufacturers to

recommendation in December 2000. They noted ensure that cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators

that no evidence exists that using a wireless phone are safe from wireless phone EMI.

The FDA has tested hearing aids for interference



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from handheld wireless phones and helped 12. Where can I find additional information?

develop a voluntary standard sponsored by the For additional information, please refer to the

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers following resources:

(IEEE). This standard specifies test methods and

FDA web page on wireless phones

performance requirements for hearing aids and

(http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/phones/index.html)

wireless phones so that no interference occurs

when a person uses a “compatible” phone and a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) RF

“compatible” hearing aid at the same time. This Safety Program

standard was approved by the IEEE in 2000. (http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety)

The FDA continues to monitor the use of wireless International Commission on Non-lonizing

phones for possible interactions with other medical Radiation Protection

devices. Should harmful interference be found to (http://www.icnirp.de)

occur, the FDA will conduct testing to assess the

World Health Organization (WHO) International

interference and work to resolve the problem.

EMF Project

(http://www.who.int/emf)

National Radiological Protection Board (UK)

(http://www.nrpb.org.uk/)









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10 Driver Safety Tips Whether you choose an installed mounted

device for your wireless phone or a speaker

Your wireless phone gives you the powerful ability phone accessory, take advantage of these

to communicate by voice almost anywhere, devices if available to you.

anytime. An important responsibility accompanies

3. Make sure you place your wireless phone within

the benefits of wireless phones, one that every

easy reach and where you can reach it without

user must uphold.

removing your eyes from the road. If you get an

When operating a car, driving is your first

incoming call at an inconvenient time, if

responsibility. When using your wireless phone

possible, let your voicemail answer it for you.

behind the wheel of a car, practice good common

sense and remember the following tips: 4. Suspend conversations during hazardous driving

1. Get to know your wireless phone and its conditions or situations. Let the person you are

features such as speed dial and redial. Carefully speaking with know you are driving; if

read your instruction manual and learn to take necessary, suspend the call in heavy traffic or

advantage of valuable features most phones hazardous weather conditions. Rain, sleet, snow,

offer, including automatic redial and memory. and ice can be hazardous, but so is heavy traffic.

Also, work to memorize the phone keypad so As a driver, your first responsibility is to pay

you can use the speed dial function without attention to the road.

taking your attention off the road. 5. Don’t take notes or look up phone numbers

2. When available, use a hands-free device. A while driving. If you are reading an address book

number of hands-free wireless phone or business card, or writing a “to-do” list while

accessories are readily available today. driving a car, you are not watching where you





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are going. It is common sense. Do not get 8. Use your wireless phone to call for help. Your

caught in a dangerous situation because you are wireless phone is one of the greatest tools you

reading or writing and not paying attention to the can own to protect yourself and your family in

road or nearby vehicles. dangerous situations -- with your phone at your

6. Dial sensibly and assess the traffic; if possible, side, help is only three numbers away. Dial 911

place calls when you are not moving or before or other local emergency number in the case of

pulling into traffic. Try to plan your calls before fire, traffic accident, road hazard, or medical

you begin your trip or attempt to coincide your emergency. Remember, it’s a free call on your

calls with times you may be stopped at a stop wireless phone!

sign, red light, or otherwise stationary. But if you 9. Use your wireless phone to help others in

need to dial while driving, follow this simple tip -- emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you

dial only a few numbers, check the road and a perfect opportunity to be a “Good Samaritan”

your mirrors, then continue. in your community. If you see an auto accident,

7. Do not engage in stressful or emotional crime in progress or other serious emergency

conversations that may be distracting. Stressful where lives are in danger, call 911 or other local

or emotional conversations and driving do not emergency number, as you would want others to

mix; they are distracting and even dangerous do for you.

when you are behind the wheel of a car. Make 10. Call roadside assistance or a special wireless

people you are talking with aware you are non-emergency assistance number when

driving and if necessary, suspend conversations necessary. Certain situations you encounter

which have the potential to divert your attention while driving may require attention, but are not

from the road. urgent enough to merit a call for emergency



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services. But you can still use your wireless Consumer Information on SAR

phone to lend a hand. If you see a broken-down

vehicle posing no serious hazard, a broken (Specific Absorption Rate)

traffic signal, a minor traffic accident where no This model phone meets the government's

one appears injured or a vehicle you know to be requirements for exposure to radio waves. Your

stolen, call roadside assistance or other special wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver.

non-emergency wireless number. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the

For more information, please call to 888-901-SAFE, emission limits for exposure to Radio Frequency

or visit our website www.wow-com.com. (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications

Commission of the U.S. Government. These limits

are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish

permitted levels of RF energy for the general

population. The guidelines are based on standards

that were developed by independent scientific

organizations through periodic and thorough

evaluation of scientific studies. The standards

include a substantial safety margin designed to

assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age

and health.

The exposure standard for wireless mobile phones

employs a unit of measurement known as the

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by the FCC is 1.6 W/kg. Tests for SAR are among phone models, depending upon available

conducted using standard operating positions accessories and FCC requirements). While there

specified by the FCC with the phone transmitting at may be differences between SAR levels of various

its highest certified power level in all tested phones and at various positions, they all meet the

frequency bands. Although SAR is determined at government requirement for safe exposure.

the highest certified power level, the actual SAR The FCC has granted an Equipment

level of the phone while operating can be well Authorization for this model phone with all

below the maximum value. Because the phone is reported SAR levels evaluated as in compliance

designed to operate at multiple power levels to use with the FCC RF emission guidelines. SAR

only the power required to reach the network, in information on this model phone is on file with

general, the closer you are to a wireless base the FCC and can be found under the Display

station antenna, the lower the power output. Grant section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid

Before a phone model is available for sale to the after searching on FCC ID BEJVX8300. Additional

public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC information on Specific Absorption Rates (SAR) can

that it does not exceed the limit established by the be found on the Cellular Telecommunications

government-adopted requirement for safe Industry Association (CTIA) website at

exposure. The tests are performed in positions and http://www.wow-com.com.

locations (e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) as * In the United States and Canada, the SAR limit for

required by the FCC for each model. mobile phones used by the public is 1.6 watts/kg

The highest SAR value for this model phone when (W/kg) averaged over one gram of tissue. The

tested for use at the ear is 1.21 W/kg and when standard incorporates a substantial margin of

worn on the body, as described in this user guide, safety to give additional protection for the public

is 1.10W/kg (body-worn measurements differ and to account for any variations in measurements.



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FCC Hearing-Aid Compatibility (HAC) The ratings are not guarantees. Results will vary

Regulations for Wireless Devices depending on the user’s hearing device and hearing loss.

If your hearing device happens to be vulnerable to

On July 10, 2003, the U.S. Federal Communications interference, you may not be able to use a rated phone

Commission (FCC) Report and Order in WT Docket 01-309 successfully. Trying out the phone with your hearing

modified the exception of wireless phones under the device is the best way to evaluate it for your personal

Hearing Aid Compatibility Act of 1988 (HAC Act) to require needs.

digital wireless phones be compatible with hearing-aids.

M-Ratings: Phones rated M3 or M4 meet FCC

The intent of the HAC Act is to ensure reasonable access

requirements and are likely to generate less interference

to telecommunications services for persons with hearing

to hearing devices than phones that are not labeled. M4

disabilities.

is the better/higher of the two ratings.

While some wireless phones are used near some hearing

T-Ratings: Phones rated T3 or T4 meet FCC requirements

devices (hearing aids and cochlear implants), users may

and are likely to generate less interference to hearing

detect a buzzing, humming, or whining noise. Some

devices than phones that are not labeled. T4 is the

hearing devices are more immune than others to this

better/higher of the two ratings.

interference noise, and phones also vary in the amount of

interference they generate. Hearing devices may also be rated. Your hearing device

manufacturer or hearing health professional may help

The wireless telephone industry has developed a rating

you find this rating. Higher ratings mean that the hearing

system for wireless phones, to assist hearing device

device is relatively immune to interference noise. The

users find phones that may be compatible with their

hearing aid and wireless phone rating values are then

hearing devices. Not all phones have been rated.

added together. A sum of 5 is considered acceptable for

Phones that are rated have the rating on their box or a

normal use. A sum of 6 is considered for best use.

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and WLAN components must be disabled during a call.

See Page 86 for instructions to disable these components.



For information about hearing aids and digital wireless

phones



In the above example, if a hearing aid meets the M2 level rating FCC Hearing Aid Compatibility and Volume Control

and the wireless phone meets the M3 level rating, the sum of http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/dro/hearing.html

the two values equal M5. This is synonymous for T ratings. This

should provide the hearing aid user with “normal usage” while Gallaudet University, RERC

using their hearing aid with the particular wireless phone. http://tap.Gallaudet.edu/DigWireless.KS/DigWireless.htm

“Normal usage” in this context is defined as a signal quality that

is acceptable for normal operation. Hearing Loss Association of America [HLAA]

http://www.hearingloss.org/learn/cellphonetech.asp

The M mark is intended to be synonymous with the U mark. The

T mark is intended to be synonymous with the UT mark. The M The Hearing Aid Compatibility FCC Order

and T marks are recommended by the Alliance for http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/FCC-

Telecommunications Industries Solutions (ATIS). The U and UT 03-168A1.pdf

marks are referenced in Section 20.19 of the FCC Rules. The

HAC rating and measurement procedure are described in the

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) C63.19 standard.



To ensure that the Hearing Aid Compatibility rating for your

phone is maintained, secondary transmitters such as Bluetooth





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There are a variety of accessories available for your mobile phone. Consult your local dealer for availability.

Optional items are sold separately.



Adapter Stereo Headset









USB Cable

Battery









Vehicle Power Charger



BT(Bluetooth) Headset









Portable Stereo Speaker Holster









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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

1. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS: 2. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:

LG offers you a limited warranty that the enclosed (1) Defects or damages resulting from use of the product in

subscriber unit and its enclosed accessories will be free other than its normal and customary manner.

from defects in material and workmanship, according to

(2) Defects or damages from abnormal use, abnormal

the following terms and conditions:

conditions, improper storage, exposure to moisture or

(1) The limited warranty for the product extends for TWELVE

dampness, unauthorized modifications, unauthorized

(12) MONTHS beginning on the date of purchase of the

connections, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse,

product with valid proof of purchase, or absent valid proof

accident, alteration, improper installation, or other acts

of purchase, FIFTEEN (15) MONTHS from date of

which are not the fault of LG, including damage caused by

manufacture as determined by the unit's manufacture

shipping, blown fuses, spills of food or liquid.

date code.

(3) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly

(2) The limited warranty extends only to the original by defects in material or workmanship.

purchaser of the product and is not assignable or

(4) That the Customer Service Department at LG was not

transferable to any subsequent purchaser/end user.

notified by consumer of the alleged defect or malfunction

(3) This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the of the product during the applicable limited warranty

product during the warranty period as long as it is in the period.

U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. Territories and Canada. (5) Products which have had the serial number removed or

(4) The external housing and cosmetic parts shall be free of made illegible.

defects at the time of shipment and, therefore, shall not be (6) This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties,

covered under these limited warranty terms. express or implied either in fact or by operations of law,

(5) Upon request from LG, the consumer must provide statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited to any

information to reasonably prove the date of purchase. implied warranty of marketability or fitness for a particular

use.

(6) The customer shall bear the cost of shipping the product

to the Customer Service Department of LG. LG shall bear (7) Damage resulting from use of non LG approved

the cost of shipping the product back to the consumer accessories.

after the completion of service under this limited warranty. (8) All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts



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that are scratched or damaged due to normal customer 4. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:

use.

To obtain warranty service, please call or fax to the

(9) Products operated outside published maximum ratings. following telephone numbers from anywhere in the

(10) Products used or obtained in a rental program. continental United States:

(11) Consumables (such as fuses). Tel. 1-800-793-8896 or Fax. 1-800-448-4026

Or visit http://us.lgservice.com. Correspondence may also

3. STATE LAW RIGHTS: be mailed to:

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. LG Electronics Service- Mobile Handsets,

P.O. Box 240007, Huntsville, AL 35824

THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES,

INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF DO NOT RETURN YOUR PRODUCT TO THE ABOVE

MARKETABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE ADDRESS. Please call or write for the location of the LG

EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LGE MOBILECOMM, authorized service center nearest you and for the

USA, INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE procedures for obtaining warranty claims.

USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY

OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL,

ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE,

THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS

OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED

WARRANTY OF MARKETABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS

PRODUCT.

Some states do not allow the exclusive limitation of

incidental or consequential damages or limitations on

how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations

or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights and you may also have other

rights which vary from state to state.



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Index

10 Driver Safety Tips 104 Bluetooth® 84 D G

Dialed 63 Get Extras 44

A C Discovery Mode 86 Get Fun & Games 31, 42

Abc (Multi-tap) Text Input Calculator 69 Display Settings 73 Get Going 44

21 Calendar 67 Display Themes 75 GET IT NOW 30

Accessories 110 Call Settings 80 Drafts 55 Get New PIX 38

Adapter 110 Call Sounds 70 Get New Ringtones 33

Add New Device 85 Call Waiting 18 E Get News & Info 31, 42

Adding Another Phone Callback # 57 Earpiece 11 Get PIX & FLIX 31, 35

Number 25 Caller ID 19 Earpiece Volume 71 Get Tunes & Tones 31, 32

Alarm Clock 68 Calling From Your Phone’s Email 56 Get V CAST Music 33

Alarm Sounds 72 Memory 28 Entry Mode 57 Get V CAST Video 36

Alert Sounds 71 Camera Lens 11 ERI Banner 73 Glossary 116

All 64 Card Memory 88 Ez Tip Calc 69 Groups 60

Alphanumeric Keypad 11 Changing Letter Case 21

Answer Options 80 Changing the Default F H

Auto Erase 57 Number 26 FCC Hearing-Aid Headset Jack 11

Auto NAM 79 Charger Port 11 Compatibility (HAC) Holster 110

Auto Play 58 Charging the Battery 14 Regulations for Wireless

Auto Receive 58 Chat 56 Devices 108 I

Auto Retry 81 Clock Format 75 FCC Part 15 Class B Icon Glossary 88

Auto Save 57 CLR Key 11 Compliance 7 Important Information 7

Auto View 58 Connections 84 FCC RF Exposure Important Safety

Consumer Information on Information 10 Precautions 1

B SAR 106 FDA Consumer Update 96 Inbox 52

Backlight 74 Contact List 60 Flash 11 Installing the Battery 14

Banner 73 CONTACTS 59 Flip 11

Battery 14, 110 FLIX Msg 50 K

Battery Charge Level 15 Fonts 75 Keypad Volume 71





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L My PIX 38 Q Sounds Settings 70

Language 77 My Ringtones 33 Quick Text 57 Speaker Key 11

LCD Screen 11 My Sounds 34 Speed Dial 24

Left Soft Key 11 R Speed Dialing 19, 28

LIMITED WARRANTY N Received 63 Speed Dials 61

STATEMENT 111 NAM Select 79 Receiving Calls 16 Standalone Mode 76

Lock Mode 18 Name Card 58 RECENT CALLS 62 Stereo Headset 110

Lock Mode Key 11 Navigation Keys 11 Redialing Calls 16 Storing a Number with

New Contact 59 Removing the Battery 14 Pauses 24

M New Msg 46 Right Soft Key 11 Storing Basics 23

Making Calls 16 Notepad 69 Ringer ID 84 SW Version 88

Master Volume 70 Symbols Mode 21

Memory 87 O Sync Music 35

S

Menu Access 30 OK Key 11 System Select 79

Safety Information 93

Menus Overview 13 One Touch Dial 83 Save Options 87

MESSAGING 45 Screen Icons 17 T

Microphone 11 P Searching Your Phone’s Take PIX 39

MicroSD 11 Personal 73 Memory 27 Technical Details 8

Missed 62 Phone Info 88 Security 77 Text Input 20

Mobile IM 56 Phone Memory 87 SEND Key 11 TIA Safety Information 89

MSG Erase 58 Phone Settings 76 Sent 54 Tools 65

MSG Settings 56 Picture ID 84 Service Alerts 71 Transferring Audio 86

Multifunctional Keys 11 PIX Msg 48 Serving System 79 TTY Mode 81

Mute Function 18 PIX Place 39 SETTINGS & TOOLS 65 Turning the Phone Off 15

My Account 65 Power 86 Shortcut Key 76 Turning the Phone On 15

My FLIX 38 Power On/Off Sounds 72 Side Camera Key 11 Turning the Phone On and

My Music 34 PWR/END Key 11 Side Keys 11 Off 15

My Name Card 61 Signal Strength 15 TXT Msg 46

My Number 88 Signature 57

My Phone Name 86





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U

USB Cable 110

Using the NEXT Key 20



V

Vibrate Mode 18

Vibrate Mode Key 11

View Timers 64

Voice Commands 19, 66

Voice Commands Key 11

Voice Mail # 57

Voice Privacy 83

Voicemail 55

Volume Quick Adjustment

18



W

Wallpaper 74

Word Mode 20

World Clock 68









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Glossary

Terminology MicroSDTM

Additional external memory for your mobile phone.

EZ Tip Calc

Feature for easy bill calculation using the total cost, tip,

V CASTSM

and number of people as variables.

Feature that is the next generation in wireless technology

which transforms your wireless phone into a portable

Advanced Voice Recognition

music player and delivers an amazing streaming mobile

Feature that allows you to perform a wide range of verbal video experience. V CAST uses technology that

commands by training the phone to recognize your significantly increases download capabilities to deliver

individual speech patterns. better graphics, sound and depth and uses the power of

broadband so that you can download the hottest

Bluetooth® wireless technology entertainment, sports highlights, news and breaking

Technology used to allow mobile phones, computers, and weather to your Verizon Wireless V CAST phone. The

other personal devices to be easily coordinated and new V CAST phones provide better imaging capabilities,

interconnected using a short-range wireless connection. mega pixel cameras and video cameras, improved audio

and expandable memory storage.



Get It Now®

Feature that accesses the Internet to provide the ability to

access and even download a wide variety of software,

information, music, video, and more right on your LG

Verizon wireless phone.



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Acronyms and Abbreviations EVDO Evolution Data Only or Evolution Data

Optimized (abbreviated as EVDO, EV-DO,

EvDO, 1xEV-DO or 1xEvDO) provides fast

DTMF Dual-Tone Multi Frequency (or “touch-tone”)

wireless broadband access (3G) anywhere,

is a method used to communicate keys

without needing a WiFi hotspot.

pressed on the phone. Pressing a key

generates two simultaneous tones, one for GPS Global Positioning System is a system of

the row and one for the column to determine satellites, computers, and receivers able to

which key was pressed. determine the latitude and longitude of a

specific receiver on Earth. Position is

EMS Enhanced Messaging Service is an

calculated using time and distance.

extension to SMS for cellular phones

available on specific networks. An EMS IS 2000 Type of digital signaling. It's the second

enabled phone can send and receive generation of CDMA digital cellular, an

messages with special text formatting (such extension of IS-95. Differences between

as bold or italic), animations, pictures, icons, signaling types have to do with pilot signal

sound effects, and special ring tones. EMS and links to provide more traffic channels,

messages sent to non-EMS devices will be and control protocols.

displayed as SMS transmissions.

NAM Number Assignment Module is how the

ERI Enhanced Roaming Indicator is a feature to phone stores the phone number and its

indicate whether a mobile phone is on its electronic serial number. A multiple NAM

home system, a partner network, or a phone can register with multiple service

roaming network. Many phones indicate providers and be set to automatically switch

home vs. roaming as an icon, but ERI capable between programmed phone numbers for

phones can clearly indicate third “partner service provider areas.

network” status.





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Glossary

SID System Identification is a number transmitted typed characters to voice or translate voice

by base stations to identify a wireless system into characters to display on the TTY.

which conforms to a TIA cellular or PCS

standard. SID is used by mobile phones to

recognize when they are in their home

system and can be used for billing purposes

as a unique identification of the serving

system.



SMS Short Message Service is a service available

on most digital mobile phones to send

messages between phones or other devices.

Messages are routed a Short Message

Service Center (SMSC), which attempts to

send the message and, if unsuccessful,

possibly retry at a later time. Message delays

or message loss is possible, especially when

sending between networks. Users can

request delivery confirmation reports.



SSL Secure Sockets Layer Protocol used to

encrypt data sent over the air.



TTY Teletypewriter. An electromechanical

typewriter that either transmits or receives

messages coded in electrical signals. A

phone with TTY support is able to translate





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